Modern Slavery Statement for House Removals

House removals is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and with respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and across our supply chain. We recognise that the moving and logistics sector can involve multiple parties, temporary labour, subcontractors, and third-party services, all of which require careful oversight. Our position is clear: there is zero tolerance for any form of modern slavery.

We expect all employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers involved in house moving services to uphold the same standards. This includes respecting fair wages, lawful working hours, safe conditions, and the freedom of every worker to leave employment in accordance with applicable law. We also require transparency in recruitment and employment practices, particularly where labour is sourced through intermediaries or overseas channels.

To support this commitment, our management team reviews risks regularly and ensures that anti-slavery principles are embedded in procurement, onboarding, and contract management. We also communicate our expectations internally so that those involved in removals, storage, transport, and associated services understand their responsibilities. By maintaining clear standards, we aim to reduce the risk of exploitation and strengthen ethical practices across the business.

Our house removals company applies due diligence when selecting suppliers and subcontractors. Before engagement, we assess whether they have suitable policies, training, and controls in place to identify and prevent modern slavery. Where appropriate, we may request evidence of worker right-to-work checks, recruitment procedures, and labour standards. We also reserve the right to audit suppliers and review their compliance with our requirements.

Supplier audits may include document reviews, workplace inspections, interviews with management, and checks on labour providers used for packing, transport, cleaning, or warehousing. Any concerns identified during a review are investigated promptly. If a supplier cannot demonstrate acceptable standards, we will require corrective action and may suspend or end the relationship if risks remain unresolved. This approach helps us protect vulnerable workers and maintain integrity in our removal services.

Training is another important part of our prevention strategy. Staff who may encounter signs of exploitation, including unusual control over workers, withheld documents, or poor accommodation arrangements, are encouraged to stay alert and act responsibly. We aim to ensure that everyone involved in house removals understands how modern slavery can present itself in practice and how to respond appropriately when concerns arise.

We provide clear reporting channels so that concerns can be raised safely and confidentially. Employees and contractors can report suspected wrongdoing through internal management routes, and reports may be made anonymously where permitted by policy. Concerns relating to labour abuse, unsafe working practices, or suspicious supplier behaviour are treated seriously and investigated without delay. We prohibit retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith.

Where a report indicates possible exploitation, we work with relevant parties to assess the issue and take appropriate action. This may include escalating the matter internally, increasing supervision, requesting further evidence from a supplier, or contacting the relevant authorities if required. Our aim is to create a culture where issues are identified early and addressed decisively, supporting a safer and more ethical house moving operation.

In addition to reactive measures, we maintain records of risk assessments, supplier checks, and any corrective actions taken. These records help us monitor patterns over time and improve decision-making across procurement and operational teams. By combining due diligence with active oversight, we strengthen our ability to detect risks in the supply chain and ensure that modern slavery has no place in our business.

This statement is reviewed annually by senior management to confirm its continued suitability and effectiveness. The annual review considers changes in legislation, emerging risks, supplier performance, audit findings, and any incidents or concerns raised during the year. Where necessary, we update our controls, training, and procurement standards to reflect best practice and evolving expectations in the house removals sector.

During the review process, we also assess whether our zero-tolerance policy remains clearly communicated and consistently applied. Improvements may include enhanced supplier screening, more detailed contract clauses, or additional training for staff involved in hiring, purchasing, and operational planning. This ensures our approach remains practical, proportionate, and aligned with our commitment to ethical business conduct.

Through ongoing vigilance, supplier accountability, and strong internal reporting, our modern slavery statement for house removals reinforces a simple principle: every person involved in our work must be treated with dignity and fairness. We will continue to review our practices, strengthen our controls, and uphold our responsibility to help prevent exploitation in all areas of our operations.