Modern Slavery Statement for Camden Town Removals

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Camden Town Removals is taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery is a serious crime and a violation of fundamental human rights, and we are committed to playing our part in eliminating it.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Camden Town Removals maintains a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking and child labour. This applies to every aspect of our business, including our employees, contractors, and suppliers. We will not knowingly conduct business with any organisation that does not share our commitment to preventing modern slavery.

All colleagues, regardless of seniority or role, are expected to uphold this policy. Any breach of this commitment by employees may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Any breach by suppliers or contractors may result in suspension or termination of contracts.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Camden Town Removals provides residential and commercial removals, storage, and related services. Our supply chain includes, but is not limited to, vehicle and fuel providers, packing materials, equipment suppliers, storage facilities, subcontracted removal teams, and various professional and maintenance services.

We understand that some parts of our supply chain may present a higher risk of labour exploitation, particularly where work is manual, temporary, subcontracted or involves migrant labour. We are committed to identifying and addressing those risks proactively.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers and contractors to adhere to standards that are consistent with our zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery. Our approach includes:

Requiring suppliers to comply with all applicable labour, employment and human rights laws in the countries where they operate. Incorporating contractual provisions that prohibit modern slavery and human trafficking practices. Reserving the right to investigate, audit and, where appropriate, visit supplier premises to assess working conditions, labour practices and recruitment processes.

Where risks are identified, we may undertake supplier audits to review documentation, interview relevant personnel and assess workplace conditions. If suppliers are unable or unwilling to meet our standards or to address identified issues in a timely manner, we may reconsider or terminate the business relationship.

Risk Assessment and Due Diligence

We regularly review the nature of our activities and the composition of our supply chain to identify areas where there may be a higher risk of modern slavery. This includes due diligence when onboarding new suppliers and subcontractors, considering factors such as sector, geography, use of temporary labour and reliance on third-party recruitment agencies.

Where appropriate, we seek assurances from partners about their own modern slavery policies and practices. We are committed to continually improving our processes and increasing transparency across our operations.

Training and Awareness

Camden Town Removals is working to ensure that relevant employees, particularly those involved in procurement, recruitment and supplier management, understand the signs of modern slavery and how to respond. Training and guidance focus on recognising indicators of exploitation, understanding reporting routes and appreciating the importance of ethical supply chain management.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage anyone who has concerns or suspicions about modern slavery within our operations or supply chain to report them without delay. Concerns may be raised with a line manager, a senior manager or through any internal reporting mechanism that is made available to staff.

Reports will be treated seriously, handled sensitively and investigated where appropriate. Individuals who raise concerns in good faith will be protected from victimisation or retaliation. Where necessary, we may escalate concerns to relevant authorities and cooperate fully with any official investigations.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility and requires continuous improvement. Camden Town Removals is committed to reviewing this Modern Slavery Statement and our associated policies and procedures on an annual basis, or more frequently if required by changes in legislation or business operations.

The annual review will consider the effectiveness of our actions, feedback from stakeholders, developments in best practice and any incidents or risks identified during the year. Where improvements are identified, we will implement appropriate changes to strengthen our controls and further reduce the risk of modern slavery in our business and supply chains.

Approval and Governance

This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the leadership of Camden Town Removals, who are responsible for ensuring its implementation and for overseeing ongoing efforts to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our business.