Modern Slavery Statement

Removal Company Lambeth Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Removal Company Lambeth to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. As a professional removals and relocations business, we recognise our responsibility to uphold the highest ethical standards and to protect the rights and dignity of all people connected to our services.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Removal Company Lambeth has a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, child labour, servitude, and exploitation. We are committed to conducting all aspects of our business in a manner that respects human rights and complies with all relevant legislation and regulations relating to modern slavery.

We expect the same high standards from everyone we work with, including employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers. Any involvement in modern slavery, whether direct or indirect, is completely unacceptable and will lead to immediate and appropriate action, which may include termination of employment or contract and reporting to the relevant authorities.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Our core activities involve domestic and commercial removals, packing, storage, and associated logistics services. To deliver these services, we engage a range of suppliers and partners, including vehicle providers, equipment manufacturers, packaging suppliers, storage facilities, and labour and agency staff providers.

We recognise that certain parts of the logistics and transport sector can be at higher risk of labour exploitation. We therefore place particular emphasis on due diligence and ongoing oversight in areas where there may be greater vulnerability to modern slavery practices.

Supplier Standards and Audits

Removal Company Lambeth is committed to working only with suppliers and partners who share our values and comply with our ethical standards. We inform current and prospective suppliers of our zero-tolerance approach and require them to adhere to all applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws.

As part of our supplier due diligence process, we conduct risk-based assessments and request information on labour practices, recruitment processes, and working conditions. Where appropriate, we require suppliers to confirm in writing that they do not engage in modern slavery or human trafficking and that they have their own measures to prevent such practices.

We reserve the right to conduct audits of suppliers, either directly or through third parties. These audits may include reviewing documentation, visiting premises, and speaking with workers where feasible and appropriate. If we identify non-compliance or concerns, we will work with the supplier to implement corrective actions within a defined timeframe. Where serious issues are uncovered or cooperation is not forthcoming, we may suspend or end the business relationship.

Employee Awareness and Reporting Channels

We aim to foster a culture where concerns about modern slavery can be raised openly and without fear of retaliation. All managers are responsible for promoting awareness of modern slavery risks and for supporting staff who raise concerns.

Employees, agency workers, contractors, and any other stakeholders are encouraged to report, at the earliest opportunity, any suspicion or evidence of modern slavery or unethical labour practices connected to our operations or supply chains. Reports can be made directly to line management, senior management, or through existing internal reporting mechanisms. Concerns will be treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled sensitively and confidentially as far as possible.

No person who raises a concern in good faith will suffer any detrimental treatment for doing so. Where appropriate, substantiated concerns will be reported to the relevant authorities.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Removal Company Lambeth is committed to continuous improvement in identifying and reducing the risk of modern slavery in our business and supply chains. We regularly review and enhance our procedures in light of experience, feedback, and changes in legislation or industry best practice.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by our management team to ensure it remains current, effective, and aligned with our business operations and ethical commitments. As part of this review, we evaluate the effectiveness of our due diligence activities, supplier engagement, staff awareness, and reporting mechanisms. Where areas for improvement are identified, we implement updated controls, training, or policy changes as necessary.

This Statement has been approved by the leadership of Removal Company Lambeth and represents our ongoing commitment to combating modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our work.