Removal Company Dulwich Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Removal Company Dulwich in accordance with our commitment to uphold human rights and ethical conduct across all aspects of our operations. We recognise that modern slavery, including forced labour, human trafficking, servitude and child labour, is a severe violation of fundamental human rights and we are fully committed to preventing it within our business and supply chains.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Removal Company Dulwich operates a strict zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. We will not knowingly work with any organisation, supplier, contractor or individual that engages in, supports or condones any form of modern slavery. This applies to every stage of our activities, from staff recruitment and workplace management to procurement, subcontracting and the selection of service partners.

All employees, agency workers and contractors are expected to act with integrity and to support our stance on modern slavery. Breaches of this policy will be treated seriously and may result in disciplinary action, including the termination of contracts or working relationships where appropriate.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Removal Company Dulwich provides residential and commercial removal, packing and storage services. Our operations rely on a network of suppliers and partners, including vehicle and equipment providers, packaging material suppliers, storage and facility contractors, and temporary labour agencies. We acknowledge that some of these areas can be vulnerable to labour exploitation and we work actively to identify and reduce these risks.

We aim to build long-term, transparent relationships with reputable suppliers who share our ethical values. When engaging new suppliers, we assess their policies and practices to ensure alignment with our standards on labour rights and human rights.

Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

To support our zero-tolerance policy, we conduct due diligence on key suppliers and third parties. This includes assessing their labour practices, reviewing available statements on modern slavery and, where proportionate, requesting evidence of compliance with applicable labour and human rights legislation.

We reserve the right to undertake supplier audits, which may include site visits, document reviews and interviews with relevant personnel, either directly or through competent third parties. The focus of these audits is to verify that workers are employed freely, are paid fairly, work voluntarily and are treated with dignity and respect. Where risks or concerns are identified, we will seek corrective action within an agreed timescale. If a supplier fails to take adequate remedial steps, we will consider suspension or termination of the relationship.

Reporting Channels and Protection

Removal Company Dulwich encourages all employees, workers, suppliers and other stakeholders to raise concerns about modern slavery or unethical conduct without fear of retaliation. Concerns can be reported to a line manager, a senior member of management or through any existing internal reporting mechanisms made available to staff and contractors.

We will treat all concerns seriously, investigate them promptly and, where necessary, take appropriate action. We are committed to protecting anyone who raises a concern in good faith from victimisation or detrimental treatment. Reports may be made anonymously where permitted by law, and confidentiality will be maintained to the fullest extent possible.

Training and Awareness

We recognise that awareness is essential in identifying and preventing modern slavery. Relevant members of our team, particularly those involved in recruitment, procurement and supplier management, are provided with guidance on recognising the signs of labour exploitation and on the steps to take if they suspect that modern slavery may be occurring.

We continue to review our training needs and aim to embed respect for human rights into our culture, policies and day-to-day decision making.

Monitoring, Accountability and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our modern slavery commitments rests with the senior management of Removal Company Dulwich. They are accountable for ensuring that this statement is implemented effectively, that appropriate procedures are maintained and that any identified issues are addressed without delay.

This statement and our related procedures are reviewed at least once every 12 months, or more frequently if there are significant changes to our business or the legal framework. During each annual review, we assess the effectiveness of our actions, consider feedback from stakeholders and identify opportunities for continuous improvement in our efforts to combat modern slavery.

By publishing this Modern Slavery Statement, Removal Company Dulwich reaffirms its commitment to acting ethically and with integrity in all business relationships and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery has no place in our organisation or our supply chains.