Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

Removal Company Paddington is committed to conducting all aspects of its business in an ethical and responsible manner. This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. It applies to all employees, workers, agency staff, contractors, suppliers, and any other parties associated with our business.

Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a clear and robust zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. Any form of exploitation, coercion, or abuse of vulnerability is fundamentally incompatible with our values and standards. We expect the same commitment from all organisations with which we work.

All individuals working for or on behalf of Removal Company Paddington, regardless of location or employment status, must comply with this policy. Breaches are treated as serious misconduct and may result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment or contracts, as well as referral to relevant authorities where appropriate.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Removal Company Paddington provides residential and commercial removal and relocation services. Our supply chain includes providers of vehicles, fuel, packaging materials, warehousing, facilities management, and labour agencies that provide temporary or specialist staff.

We recognise that certain parts of our supply chain, such as outsourced labour and logistics services, may be at higher risk of modern slavery. We therefore focus particular attention on these areas, while monitoring all suppliers in line with our ethical standards.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We carry out due diligence on new suppliers and conduct ongoing reviews of existing suppliers to ensure they operate in accordance with our zero-tolerance policy on modern slavery. Our due diligence processes include assessing the geographic location of suppliers, the nature of services provided, and the use of sub-contractors or agency labour.

Where we identify elevated risk, we seek additional assurances and documentation from suppliers regarding their own policies, training, and monitoring procedures. We reserve the right to conduct audits, which may include site visits, review of employment records, and discussions with management and workers to confirm compliance.

If a supplier fails to meet our expectations or refuses to cooperate with an audit, we will review the relationship and may suspend or terminate the contract. We are committed to working collaboratively with suppliers who demonstrate a willingness to address concerns and improve practices.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage all employees, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking in our business or supply chain. Reports can be made confidentially to line managers, senior management, or through established internal reporting processes.

We will investigate all reports sensitively and promptly, ensuring that individuals raising concerns in good faith are protected from victimisation, retaliation, or detrimental treatment. Where appropriate, we will involve external authorities and cooperate fully with any official investigations.

Training and Awareness

We provide relevant staff, particularly those involved in procurement, recruitment, and supplier management, with guidance and information to help identify signs of modern slavery and understand how to escalate concerns. We also communicate our expectations to suppliers to promote awareness and alignment with our standards.

Monitoring and Annual Review

We are committed to continuously improving our approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking. Senior management reviews this statement and our related practices at least once a year, or more frequently if required by changes in legislation, business operations, or identified risks.

The annual review considers the effectiveness of our policies, due diligence, audits, training, and reporting mechanisms. Where necessary, we update our procedures and take further action to strengthen our controls and mitigate emerging risks.

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement has been approved by the leadership of Removal Company Paddington and will be updated on an annual basis to reflect our ongoing commitment to ethical and responsible business conduct.