Modern Slavery Statement for Removal Van Battersea
Removal Van Battersea is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the principles and actions that guide our approach to preventing forced labour, human trafficking, debt bondage, and other forms of exploitation within our operations and supply chain. We recognise that the removal and logistics sector can carry risks linked to subcontracting, labour recruitment, and temporary work arrangements, and we take those risks seriously.
Our zero-tolerance policy applies to every part of the organisation. We do not accept any form of modern slavery, child labour, unlawful wage withholding, restricted freedom of movement, or abuse of worker vulnerability. This policy is embedded in our recruitment standards, subcontractor requirements, and procurement decisions. Any individual or organisation found to be involved in exploitative practices may face immediate suspension, contract termination, and escalation to the relevant authorities where appropriate.
We also require all managers and decision-makers to act with vigilance. Training is provided to help staff identify warning signs such as unusual control over workers, inconsistent identity documents, unsafe accommodation, or signs that workers are unable to speak freely for themselves. By maintaining a culture of awareness, Removal Van Battersea aims to reduce the likelihood that exploitation can go unnoticed.
Our supplier due diligence process is designed to help us work only with responsible partners. Before appointing a supplier, contractor, or labour provider, we assess their policies, ownership structure, labour practices, and compliance history. Where risks are identified, we request corrective action and may decline or end the relationship if concerns are not resolved. Existing suppliers are subject to supplier audits that review wage practices, working hours, right-to-work checks, record keeping, and evidence of ethical recruitment.
These audits are conducted on a risk-based basis, with higher scrutiny applied to services involving direct labour, outsourced staffing, and cross-border recruitment. Audit findings are documented, tracked, and followed up. If a supplier fails to meet our standards, we require a remediation plan with clear deadlines. Persistent non-compliance is treated as a serious breach. This approach helps ensure our removal services are delivered through fair and lawful working arrangements.
We expect suppliers to pass the same standards through any tiers of their own supply chains. In practice, that means they must also monitor their contractors, verify labour conditions, and share relevant evidence when requested. Our commitment to ethical sourcing is not limited to direct relationships; it extends across the wider network that supports our operations and helps protect vulnerable workers from hidden exploitation.
Any person working with or for Removal Van Battersea must be able to raise concerns safely. We provide multiple reporting channels so that suspected issues can be raised internally without fear of reprisal. Concerns may be reported to a line manager, a senior leader, or a designated safeguarding contact. Reports can be made confidentially, and we will handle them sensitively, fairly, and promptly. Retaliation against anyone who speaks up in good faith is strictly prohibited.
Where a concern is raised, we will assess the issue, preserve relevant evidence, and determine the appropriate response. This may include welfare checks, supplier investigation, contract review, or referral to external agencies. We are committed to ensuring that workers, suppliers, and employees understand that speaking up supports prevention and accountability. A clear whistleblowing culture is essential to stopping abuse before it becomes embedded.
We maintain records of investigations, corrective actions, and training activity to support continuous improvement. Senior leadership reviews these records to understand emerging risks and make informed decisions about policy changes, procurement controls, and staff development. This evidence-based approach helps keep our anti-slavery measures practical and effective.
Our statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains relevant, robust, and aligned with legal expectations and operational realities. The review considers audit results, incidents, supplier performance, staff feedback on reporting processes, and any developments in modern slavery risk across the sector. Where needed, we update our controls, improve training, and strengthen supplier management requirements.
We recognise that preventing modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility, not a one-time exercise. As a provider associated with Removal Van Battersea, we aim to promote dignity, lawful employment, and ethical conduct at every stage of our work. Our commitment is sustained through leadership oversight, practical controls, and a willingness to act decisively when standards are not met.
This statement reflects our determination to uphold human rights and maintain a supply chain built on trust and accountability. Through our zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, reporting channels, and annual review cycle, we continue working to ensure that modern slavery has no place in our business or the services delivered under our name.