Modern Slavery Statement for Removal Company Merton

Removal Company Merton is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken to prevent slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitative practices within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that the removal and logistics sector can involve multiple subcontractors, temporary workers, and transport-related services, making vigilance essential.

Our zero-tolerance policy applies to all aspects of our work. We do not accept any form of modern slavery, whether direct or indirect, and we expect the same standard from every employee, contractor, and supplier. This policy is reinforced through induction training, internal procedures, and management oversight designed to identify and address risks early.

We require all staff to act responsibly and to challenge anything that appears inconsistent with ethical employment practices. If concerns arise, they are investigated promptly and sensitively. This approach reflects our commitment to protecting workers and maintaining confidence in the services provided by Removal Company Merton.

Our supply chain includes vehicle maintenance partners, packing material providers, cleaning services, and specialist support firms. To reduce risk, we undertake supplier audits and due diligence checks before entering into new arrangements and at regular intervals thereafter. These audits help us assess labour standards, right-to-work controls, wage practices, subcontracting transparency, and the presence of safeguarding measures.

Where a supplier is identified as presenting elevated risk, we request corrective actions and monitor progress closely. Persistent non-compliance may lead to suspension or termination of the relationship. By applying this standard, Removal Company Merton ensures that commercial performance never overrides ethical responsibility.

We also expect suppliers to maintain accurate records and to cooperate fully with any review process. This includes allowing us to verify employment practices where relevant and to confirm that workers are treated lawfully and fairly. Such measures are an important part of our wider due diligence framework.

Reporting modern slavery concerns is a key part of our governance approach. All personnel are encouraged to use our internal reporting channels if they suspect exploitation, coercion, document retention, unsafe working conditions, or any other sign of abuse. Reports may be made confidentially and will be handled with discretion, fairness, and urgency.

We prohibit retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith. Any allegation is reviewed by appropriate management, and where necessary, external advice or specialist support may be sought. This commitment helps ensure that Removal Company Merton remains alert to hidden risks and responsive to vulnerabilities across the business.

Training supports this process by helping employees recognise warning signs such as restricted movement, unusual payment arrangements, and indications of dependency or intimidation. Awareness is essential, because modern slavery can appear in subtle forms that are easy to overlook without proper guidance and oversight.

We conduct an annual review of this statement, alongside broader compliance checks, to ensure it remains effective and aligned with current legislation and business activity. The review considers incident reports, supplier audit outcomes, policy updates, staff training completion, and any emerging sector-specific risks.

Where improvements are identified, action plans are introduced and tracked through management oversight. This allows Removal Company Merton to strengthen safeguards year after year and to demonstrate continuous improvement in tackling modern slavery risks. Our objective is not only compliance, but active prevention.

Through these measures, Removal Company Merton reaffirms its responsibility to uphold dignity, transparency, and lawful practice. We will continue to review our controls, support ethical working relationships, and maintain a firm stand against exploitation in every part of our business.