Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery Statement for Removal Companies Roehampton

Removal Companies Roehampton is committed to conducting business in an ethical and responsible manner. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. It applies to all employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers engaged with our removal and relocation services.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

We operate a clear zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, servitude, human trafficking, and child labour. We expect the same high standards from all those we work with, including suppliers, subcontractors, and business partners involved in storage, packing, transportation, and associated services. Any suspected breach of this policy will be investigated promptly and may result in the termination of contracts or working relationships.

We are committed to ensuring that workers are free to choose employment, are not required to lodge deposits or identity papers, and are free to leave or terminate their employment with reasonable notice. Workers must be employed under fair terms, with transparent pay practices and lawful working hours.

Our Supply Chain and Risk Management

Our supply chain includes providers of vehicles, fuel, packing materials, storage facilities, maintenance, and labour agencies. We recognise that some sectors and regions present higher risks of modern slavery. We assess our supply chain to identify and prioritise areas where the risk of exploitation may be greater and focus our monitoring accordingly.

All new suppliers are required to confirm that they comply with applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws and that they actively oppose modern slavery and human trafficking. We communicate our expectations clearly and require that these standards are cascaded through each supplier’s own supply chain.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We conduct due diligence on key suppliers before they are approved and on a periodic basis thereafter. This may include gathering information on their policies, employment practices, and oversight mechanisms. Where appropriate, we ask suppliers to provide evidence of their own modern slavery statements or equivalent commitments.

We reserve the right to carry out audits of suppliers to verify compliance with our standards. These audits may be conducted on-site or remotely and can include document reviews, process checks, and discussions with management and, where possible, workers. Any non-compliance identified will require a corrective action plan with clear timescales, and serious or repeated breaches can result in the ending of the business relationship.

Training and Awareness

We provide training and guidance to staff, particularly those involved in procurement, recruitment, and site management, to help them recognise signs of modern slavery and understand how to respond. Awareness is also promoted among operational teams so that suspicious circumstances encountered during removal and relocation activities can be reported and addressed.

Reporting Concerns and Protection

All employees, contractors, and suppliers are encouraged to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking in our operations or supply chains. Reports can be made to line managers or senior management, or through existing internal reporting mechanisms. We will investigate reports sensitively, promptly, and fairly.

We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against any individual who raises a concern in good faith, even if it is not substantiated upon investigation. Confidentiality will be respected as far as is reasonably practicable, and appropriate support will be offered to individuals who come forward.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We are committed to continually improving our approach to identifying and addressing modern slavery risks. This includes refining our supplier approval processes, enhancing audit procedures, and updating staff training to reflect emerging best practice and legal requirements.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed annually by senior management to assess its effectiveness and to incorporate any necessary changes. The review will consider our operational experience, audit findings, reports received, and developments in legislation or guidance.

By approving and publishing this Modern Slavery Statement, Removal Companies Roehampton reaffirms its commitment to conducting business with integrity, respecting human rights, and playing its part in the global effort to eradicate modern slavery and human trafficking.