Removals Roehampton Modern Slavery Statement

Removals Roehampton is committed to conducting all aspects of its business ethically, transparently, and in full compliance with applicable laws on modern slavery and human trafficking. 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, contractors, agency workers, and suppliers engaged by Removals Roehampton.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Removals Roehampton has a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, forced or compulsory labour, child labour, and human trafficking. We do not accept, condone, or ignore any practices that exploit individuals or deprive them of their freedom or fundamental rights, whether directly in our operations or indirectly through our suppliers and business partners.

All managers and supervisors are responsible for promoting a culture in which ethical conduct is expected and upheld at all times. Any person working for or on behalf of Removals Roehampton is required to comply with this policy as a condition of their engagement with us.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Removals Roehampton provides residential and commercial removals, packing, and related logistics services. Our supply chain includes vehicle and equipment providers, packaging and materials suppliers, facilities and maintenance providers, and a range of professional and outsourced service partners.

We recognise that certain sectors and geographical regions carry a higher risk of modern slavery. We therefore assess our supply chain with a risk-based approach, paying particular attention to labour-intensive services, use of subcontracted labour, and suppliers who may rely on temporary or migrant workers.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers and contractors to uphold the same high standards that we set for ourselves. Our procurement processes incorporate modern slavery and human rights considerations, and we make clear that adherence to these standards is a requirement of doing business with Removals Roehampton.

Where appropriate, we conduct supplier audits and reviews to assess compliance with our anti-slavery expectations. These reviews may include requests for information on labour practices, right-to-work verification processes, use of subcontractors, and evidence of policies addressing modern slavery and human trafficking. Where concerns are identified, we work with suppliers to implement corrective actions, and we reserve the right to suspend or terminate relationships where serious or repeated non-compliance is found.

Employee Awareness and Responsibility

All staff are informed of our zero-tolerance position on modern slavery and are expected to act with integrity and vigilance. We encourage open dialogue so that concerns about unethical practices can be raised and addressed promptly. Line managers are responsible for ensuring that any labour agencies or subcontractors engaged in our operations comply with our standards.

We continually seek to improve awareness of modern slavery indicators among our teams, including signs of coercion, restriction of movement, withholding of documents, or unreasonable deductions from pay.

Reporting Channels and Protection

Removals Roehampton encourages anyone with concerns about potential modern slavery or unethical labour practices connected to our business to report them without delay. Concerns may be raised internally with a line manager, a senior manager, or a designated company representative for ethical and compliance matters.

All reports will be treated seriously, handled sensitively, and investigated where appropriate. We are committed to protecting those who raise concerns in good faith from retaliation or detrimental treatment, even if those concerns are not ultimately substantiated. We also expect our suppliers to maintain safe and accessible channels for workers to speak up about abuses or suspected exploitation.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Removals Roehampton recognises that combating modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility. We are committed to strengthening our controls, improving transparency, and enhancing our understanding of risks within our operations and supply chains.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by senior management to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with legal requirements and industry best practice. The review considers any incidents reported, outcomes of supplier audits, changes in our business model or supply chains, and feedback from stakeholders.

Following each review, we will update this Statement as necessary and communicate any significant changes throughout our organisation and to relevant suppliers. By maintaining high ethical standards and working collaboratively with our partners, Removals Roehampton aims to contribute to the eradication of modern slavery in all its forms.