Modern Slavery Statement for Removal Companies Balham

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Removal Companies Balham to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. We are committed to operating ethically, responsibly, and in full compliance with applicable laws on modern slavery and human rights.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Removal Companies Balham has a clear zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. This includes forced labour, bonded labour, child labour, servitude, and all practices that deny individuals their freedom and dignity. We will not knowingly engage with or support any organisation, contractor, or individual involved in such practices.

All employees, managers, and contractors are expected to uphold this commitment and to act in a manner that reflects our values of integrity, respect, and fairness. We make it clear that any breach of this policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or contract.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Removal Companies Balham provides residential and commercial removals, storage coordination, packing, and associated services. Our supply chains include vehicle and equipment providers, packing material suppliers, labour agencies, facility services, and other subcontracted service providers connected to our operations.

We recognise that certain parts of the logistics and removals sector may face a heightened risk of labour exploitation, particularly where third party labour or subcontracting is involved. We are therefore committed to maintaining visibility over who carries out work on our behalf and under what conditions.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We expect all suppliers and subcontractors to share our stance against modern slavery. As part of our due diligence process, we assess new and existing suppliers for their labour standards, working conditions, and compliance with relevant legislation.

Our approach includes requesting information on their policies, recruitment practices, right to work checks, and wage arrangements. Where appropriate, we conduct audits or site visits to review working environments, speak with workers where feasible, and verify that workers are engaged freely, fairly paid, and treated with respect.

If a supplier is unable or unwilling to meet our standards or to address identified risks within a reasonable timeframe, we reserve the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate the relationship.

Training and Awareness

We provide training and guidance to managers and relevant staff so they can recognise signs of modern slavery and understand how to respond to concerns. We promote awareness of our zero-tolerance policy through internal communications, onboarding materials, and periodic reminders.

Staff involved in procurement, recruitment, and site management receive targeted training to help them identify risk factors, such as withholding of documents, unexplained deductions from wages, or signs of coercion.

Reporting Concerns and Protection from Retaliation

Removal Companies Balham encourages all employees, workers, suppliers, and other stakeholders to raise any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking in our operations or supply chains. Concerns can be raised directly with line managers, senior management, or through existing internal reporting channels.

Reports may be made confidentially, and we will treat all information shared with sensitivity. No individual will suffer any form of retaliation, disadvantage, or dismissal for reporting a concern made in good faith, even if it is later found to be unfounded. We are committed to investigating reports promptly, taking appropriate action, and cooperating fully with relevant authorities where necessary.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that addressing modern slavery risks is an ongoing responsibility. Removal Companies Balham is committed to continually improving our policies, procedures, and due diligence processes. Each year we will review and, where needed, update this Modern Slavery Statement to reflect changes in legislation, guidance, and best practice, as well as any lessons learned from our own experience.

This statement has been approved by the leadership of Removal Companies Balham and will be reviewed on an annual basis to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with our core commitment to respect human rights and eliminate modern slavery in all its forms.