Modern Slavery Statement for Battersea Removals

Battersea Removals is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps taken by our organisation to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise that the removals industry can involve multiple labour providers, transport partners, and material suppliers, so a clear and practical approach is essential. Our zero-tolerance policy applies across all areas of the business, and we expect the same standard from everyone who works with us. In practice, this means we will not knowingly work with any party involved in exploitation, coercion, deception, or abuse of vulnerability.

Our approach is built on risk awareness, due diligence, and continuous improvement. We assess modern slavery risks based on the nature of the service, the location of the supplier, and the type of labour involved. Particular attention is given to subcontracted work, temporary staffing, and services where workers may be more exposed to poor conditions or poor oversight. We also encourage ethical decision-making at every level of the business, from procurement to operations. Battersea Removals is committed to ensuring that the principles of dignity and lawful employment remain central to how we operate.

As part of our commitment, we require relevant suppliers to confirm their compliance with labour laws and ethical employment standards. This includes checks on hiring practices, wage arrangements, right-to-work processes, and working hours. Where the risk profile is higher, we may request additional documentation, conduct site visits, or ask for evidence of worker protections. If concerns arise, we will investigate promptly and take proportionate action, which may include corrective measures, suspension, or termination of the relationship. Our removals company expects suppliers to maintain transparent records and cooperate fully with any review.

Supplier Oversight and Risk Management

Supplier audits are a key part of our framework. Battersea Removals carries out periodic audits of selected suppliers and subcontractors to verify that policies are being followed in practice. These audits may be announced or unannounced depending on the risk level and the nature of the engagement. We review documentation, observe working conditions where appropriate, and assess whether workers are free from intimidation, debt bondage, or unlawful deductions. Findings are recorded, and follow-up action is tracked until issues are resolved. This process helps strengthen accountability throughout the Battersea Removals supply chain.

Reporting channels are available to ensure that concerns can be raised safely and without fear of retaliation. Employees, workers, contractors, and suppliers are encouraged to report any suspected modern slavery indicators, including restricted movement, withheld identity documents, unusual recruitment fees, or signs of coercion. Reports may be made through internal management routes or formal escalation procedures, and all concerns are treated seriously and confidentially. We are committed to protecting whistleblowers and to investigating allegations fairly, promptly, and with discretion. Where required, we will cooperate with appropriate authorities and support any remedial steps needed.

Training and awareness are also important components of our response. Team members involved in recruitment, supplier management, and operations receive guidance on identifying warning signs and responding appropriately. We aim to ensure that staff understand what modern slavery can look like in a business setting, especially where labour is arranged through intermediaries. By improving awareness, Battersea Removals strengthens its ability to prevent abuse before it occurs and to respond effectively when risks are identified.

Governance, Review, and Continuous Improvement

Annual review

We conduct an annual review of this statement and of the controls that support it. The review considers changes in law, updates to guidance, emerging risks, supplier performance, and any incidents or concerns raised during the year. This process ensures that our response remains relevant and effective. Where improvements are identified, they are documented and implemented through revised procedures, additional checks, or updated training. The annual review also supports accountability at senior level, with oversight of modern slavery risks integrated into our broader governance structure.

Modern slavery prevention is not a one-time exercise; it is an ongoing responsibility. Battersea Removals will continue to strengthen due diligence, maintain oversight of subcontracted activity, and reinforce a culture that values lawful and ethical treatment of all workers. We understand that vigilance is essential in the removals and logistics sector, where supply chains can be complex and fast-moving. For that reason, our commitment remains firm: to operate responsibly, to challenge poor practice, and to ensure that our business is not used to facilitate exploitation.

Ethical removals services depend on trust, transparency, and respect for human rights. By combining a zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, reporting channels, and an annual review, Battersea Removals seeks to reduce risk and uphold clear standards across its operations. We will continue to evaluate our controls and improve them where necessary. This statement reflects our current practices and our ongoing commitment to prevent modern slavery in all its forms.