Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps Removal Companies Sutton has taken, and continues to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place within our business or our supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold the highest ethical standards and to act with integrity in all our business dealings.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Removal Companies Sutton operates a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced or compulsory labour, and child labour. We are committed to conducting our operations in a manner that respects human rights and promotes fair and safe working conditions for everyone associated with our services, including employees, subcontractors, agency workers, and suppliers.

All directors, managers, and employees are required to comply with this policy and to demonstrate a commitment to ethical conduct in their day-to-day activities. Any breach of this policy by our employees may result in disciplinary action, which can include termination of employment. Any breach by suppliers or subcontractors may lead to the review or termination of our commercial relationship.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Removal Companies Sutton provides household and commercial removals, packing, storage, and related logistical services. Our supply chains include, but are not limited to, providers of vehicles, fuel, packing materials, storage facilities, equipment, uniform suppliers, and labour agencies. We recognise that risks may exist within these complex supply chains, particularly where subcontracted labour or overseas sourcing is involved.

To mitigate such risks, we work to ensure that our suppliers and business partners share our values and are committed to upholding human rights and labour standards consistent with our own.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We apply a risk-based approach to assessing and managing the potential for modern slavery within our supply chains. As part of our due diligence process, we seek information from existing and prospective suppliers regarding their policies and practices on labour standards, working conditions, and ethical conduct.

Where we identify higher risk, we may conduct additional checks, request supporting documentation, or seek formal confirmation that suppliers do not engage in modern slavery or human trafficking. We reserve the right to visit supplier premises or request third-party verification to confirm compliance.

Supplier relationships are reviewed periodically. Where appropriate, we conduct audits or structured assessments, focusing on labour practices, recruitment procedures, and the use of subcontractors. Failure by a supplier to adequately address identified concerns may result in corrective action plans or the termination of the business relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Removal Companies Sutton encourages employees, agency staff, contractors, and suppliers to report any concerns related to modern slavery, human trafficking, or unethical labour practices. We treat all reports seriously and handle them sensitively and, where possible, confidentially.

Concerns may be raised directly with line management, senior management, or through any internal reporting mechanism established for ethical or compliance issues. We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against any person who raises a concern in good faith. Reports will be investigated promptly, and appropriate remedial or disciplinary action will be taken where necessary.

Training and Awareness

We aim to increase awareness of modern slavery risks among colleagues whose roles involve procurement, supplier management, or workforce coordination. This may include guidance on recognising warning signs of exploitation, understanding our internal reporting channels, and applying our zero-tolerance approach when engaging with third parties.

We also seek to build awareness more broadly within the business so that all staff understand what modern slavery is, why it is unacceptable, and how they can play a part in preventing it.

Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review

Responsibility for oversight of this statement and our broader approach to modern slavery sits with the senior management of Removal Companies Sutton. They are accountable for ensuring that our policies remain effective and that they are implemented consistently throughout the business.

We are committed to reviewing this statement and the measures we take to combat modern slavery on an annual basis, or more frequently if required by changes in legislation, guidance, or business operations. As part of this review, we will assess the effectiveness of our due diligence processes, supplier oversight, training activities, and reporting channels, and we will update our approach where improvements are identified.

This statement reflects our ongoing commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains and to continuously enhancing our practices in support of ethical and responsible operations.