Removal Van Hampstead Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement
This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps taken by Removal Van Hampstead to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold human rights, support fair working practices, and ensure that everyone involved in delivering our services is treated with dignity and respect.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Removal Van Hampstead has a clear and unequivocal zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation. This applies to every aspect of our business, including direct employment, subcontracted work, agency labour, and the procurement of goods and services.
We expect the same high standards from all suppliers, contractors, and business partners. Any indication that a supplier or partner is involved in, complicit with, or turning a blind eye to modern slavery will result in prompt investigation and may lead to the termination of our relationship with them.
Our Business and Supply Chain
Removal Van Hampstead provides domestic and commercial removals, packing, and storage services. Our supply chain includes vehicle providers, equipment and materials suppliers, storage facilities, and a range of professional and trade service providers.
Although we operate in a sector that may be considered relatively low risk, we recognise that modern slavery can occur in any industry and at any stage of the supply chain. We therefore maintain active vigilance and continuously improve our approach to identifying and managing potential risks.
Due Diligence and Supplier Audits
We undertake due diligence on new and existing suppliers to help ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking do not occur in our supply chain. Our approach includes:
Requiring suppliers to confirm their compliance with applicable labour, employment, and human rights legislation. Reviewing suppliers’ own modern slavery statements or equivalent ethical policies, where available. Assessing the nature of the goods or services provided, the geographic location, and any known sector risks. Reserving the right to conduct site visits or remote audits where we consider the risk profile to be higher.
Where risks are identified, we may request further documentation, evidence of remedial actions, or engagement in a corrective action plan. If a supplier is unable or unwilling to demonstrate adequate safeguards against modern slavery, we will consider ending the relationship.
Staff Awareness, Training, and Responsibilities
All staff involved in procurement, recruitment, and supplier management are made aware of our modern slavery policy and their responsibilities under it. We provide guidance on how to recognise potential indicators of exploitation, such as signs of coercion, restriction of movement, or withholding of identification documents.
Managers are responsible for promoting ethical conduct, ensuring adherence to our policies, and escalating any concerns. Contractors and agency workers engaged by Removal Van Hampstead are required to comply with our standards as a condition of working with us.
Reporting Concerns and Safe Reporting Channels
We encourage anyone working for or with Removal Van Hampstead to report concerns about modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Concerns can be raised internally with line managers or senior management, or through existing company reporting mechanisms.
We are committed to ensuring that individuals who raise concerns in good faith do not suffer any form of retaliation or detrimental treatment. Reports will be treated sensitively and investigated promptly and thoroughly. Where appropriate, we will cooperate with law enforcement and relevant external authorities.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
Removal Van Hampstead is committed to continuously improving its approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking. We regularly review our policies, risk assessments, and due diligence processes to ensure they remain effective and proportionate to the risks faced by our business and supply chain.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually and updated as necessary to reflect changes in legislation, best practice, and our own operations. The review includes an assessment of any incidents, concerns raised, audit findings, and feedback from stakeholders, and identifies actions for further improvement.
This statement has been approved by the leadership of Removal Van Hampstead and represents our ongoing commitment to operating ethically, transparently, and in full respect of human rights across all areas of our business.
