Modern Slavery Statement for Roehampton Removals

Roehampton Removals is committed to conducting business with integrity, dignity, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our zero-tolerance policy toward forced labour, child labour, human trafficking, servitude, and any form of exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that the removals and logistics sector can involve complex labour arrangements, which is why we take a proactive approach to preventing abuse and ensuring ethical standards are maintained.

Our commitment applies to every level of the business, including management, drivers, warehouse teams, contractors, and the suppliers we work with. We expect all personnel to act in line with our values and to support a culture where modern slavery is neither ignored nor tolerated. Any breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter and may result in immediate removal from our approved supplier network, disciplinary action, or termination of commercial relationships.

To strengthen our controls, Roehampton Removals carries out risk-based supplier audits and due diligence checks. These reviews help us assess labour practices, recruitment methods, wage transparency, identity documentation, and subcontracting arrangements. We also seek assurance that suppliers understand their own obligations and share our expectation that workers must be treated fairly, paid appropriately, and never coerced into unsafe or unlawful working conditions.

Our reporting framework is designed to encourage openness and early intervention. Any employee, contractor, or third party who suspects abuse may raise concerns through our internal reporting channels, which are handled confidentially and without retaliation. We make it clear that speaking up in good faith will never lead to punishment. This helps us identify concerns quickly, investigate them properly, and take corrective action where needed.

We are equally alert to risks that may be hidden in recruitment, payroll, subcontracting, or temporary labour arrangements. To reduce these risks, we verify supplier credentials, review terms of engagement, and challenge any unusual working patterns or documentation gaps. Where indicators of exploitation appear, we escalate the matter immediately and, if necessary, suspend work until the issue is resolved. Our approach is practical, consistent, and focused on prevention.

Training also plays an important role in our response to modern slavery risks. Managers and relevant staff receive guidance on identifying warning signs such as restricted movement, lack of personal documents, debt bondage, intimidation, or workers being accompanied in suspicious circumstances. By building awareness across the business, Roehampton Removals aims to ensure that safeguarding is part of everyday decision-making rather than a one-time exercise.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, current, and aligned with legal requirements and best practice. The review considers audit findings, reported concerns, supplier performance, training outcomes, and any changes in our operating model or supply chain. Where improvements are identified, we update our procedures, strengthen oversight, and refine our prevention measures.

Roehampton Removals understands that tackling slavery and exploitation requires vigilance, accountability, and continuous improvement. Our zero-tolerance policy is not simply a written principle; it is embedded in how we select suppliers, manage risk, and respond to concerns. We will continue to work responsibly, uphold ethical standards, and support a fairer, safer environment for everyone connected with our business.