This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by West Ealing Removals to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships, and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery is not taking place.
West Ealing Removals provides domestic and commercial moving, packing, storage, and related logistics services. In delivering these services, we engage workers directly and indirectly, and we source goods and services from a range of suppliers including vehicle and equipment providers, fuel and facilities providers, and labour and subcontracted services. We recognise that these activities carry potential risks of labour exploitation, and we are determined to address and minimise those risks.
West Ealing Removals has a clear zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking, including forced labour, bonded labour, servitude, and child labour. We do not tolerate any practice that exploits individuals, undermines their dignity, or deprives them of their freedom or fair remuneration.
All employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers are required to comply with this policy. Any breach or suspected breach may result in termination of employment or business relationships and, where appropriate, may be reported to the relevant authorities. Our management team is responsible for ensuring this stance is embedded across the organisation and reflected in our decision-making and day-to-day operations.
We recognise that the risk of modern slavery may be heightened within complex or multi-tiered supply chains. To address this, West Ealing Removals carries out risk-based due diligence on suppliers and subcontractors. This includes assessing the nature of the goods or services provided, the geographic location, and the labour practices associated with that sector.
We expect suppliers to uphold the same high standards that we maintain for ourselves. Where appropriate, we request information about their policies and practices on labour standards, recruitment, working hours, and wages. We reserve the right to conduct or commission audits of suppliers where we consider the risk to be higher or where concerns have been raised. These audits may include site visits, worker interviews, and document checks focused on employment conditions and recruitment practices.
If audit findings reveal non-compliance, we work with the supplier to develop and implement a corrective action plan with clear timelines. Where serious or repeated non-compliance is identified, we may suspend or terminate the business relationship.
To support our zero-tolerance approach, we provide training and guidance to relevant employees, particularly those involved in recruitment, supplier management, and site supervision. Training covers the indicators of modern slavery, how to respond to concerns, and our internal reporting procedures.
We encourage all employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers to speak up if they have any concerns about modern slavery or unethical labour practices in our operations or supply chains. Concerns can be raised with line managers or senior management in confidence. Reports are treated seriously and investigated promptly, and we do not tolerate any form of victimisation or retaliation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith.
West Ealing Removals understands that combating modern slavery is an ongoing process that requires vigilance, transparency, and continuous improvement. We are committed to regularly reviewing and strengthening our policies, procedures, and controls.
This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed and updated annually by the senior management team. As part of this review, we will evaluate the effectiveness of our actions, consider feedback from employees and suppliers, and take into account changes in legislation, guidance, and industry best practice. We will use these reviews to identify further opportunities to reduce risk, enhance training, improve supplier engagement, and deepen our commitment to ethical and responsible business conduct.
This statement has been approved by the management of West Ealing Removals and represents our ongoing commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our business.
