Removals Windsor Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Removals Windsor in respect of its financial year and sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. Removals Windsor provides professional removals and related services, and we recognise our responsibility to uphold human rights and promote ethical conduct in everything we do.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Removals Windsor has a clear and unequivocal zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour and all forms of exploitation. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all of our business relationships and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery is not taking place in any part of our business or our supply chains.

All employees, contractors and suppliers are expected to adhere to this policy. We do not knowingly engage with any organisation that is involved in, or turns a blind eye to, modern slavery or human trafficking. Where concerns are substantiated, we will take decisive action which may include suspension or termination of contracts and reporting the matter to the relevant authorities.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Our operations include domestic and commercial removals, packing services, storage services and associated logistics. Our supply chains include, but are not limited to, vehicle and fuel providers, packing material suppliers, equipment hire companies, facility and storage providers, and other service-based subcontractors. We recognise that some sectors and geographic regions can present higher risks of labour exploitation and we assess these risks when engaging new suppliers and reviewing existing relationships.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers and subcontractors to share our commitment to preventing modern slavery. As part of our supplier management process, we seek assurances that they comply with all applicable labour, human rights and health and safety laws. We communicate our expectations through our supplier standards, contractual terms and ongoing engagement.

Removals Windsor conducts proportionate supplier audits and assessments, prioritising higher-risk categories and relationships. These may include questionnaire-based assessments, review of policies and credentials, and, where appropriate, onsite visits or inspections. Any identified non-compliance must be addressed through corrective action plans and time-bound improvements. Persistent failure to meet our standards can result in the termination of the business relationship.

Training, Awareness and Responsibilities

Responsibility for overseeing our modern slavery controls sits with senior management, who ensure that appropriate policies and procedures are in place and properly implemented. Managers involved in procurement, recruitment and supplier relationships are made aware of the risks of modern slavery and instructed on how to identify warning signs and escalate concerns.

We promote awareness among staff so they understand what modern slavery is, the indicators of potential exploitation and their role in helping to prevent it. Employees are reminded that compliance with our ethical standards is a condition of employment and that failure to uphold these principles may result in disciplinary action.

Reporting Concerns and Protection

Removals Windsor encourages anyone who works for us or with us to raise concerns about modern slavery or unethical behaviour at the earliest opportunity. Concerns may relate to colleagues, suppliers, subcontractors, or any other party connected to our operations. Reports can be made through internal management channels or by using our established whistleblowing procedures.

We treat all concerns seriously and, where appropriate, investigate them promptly and sensitively. Individuals who raise concerns in good faith will not suffer any detrimental treatment for doing so. We aim to maintain confidentiality to the fullest extent possible and to support anyone who speaks up about suspected exploitation or unsafe practices.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Removals Windsor is committed to continuously improving our approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking. We regularly review our policies, risk assessments and supplier management processes to ensure they remain effective and proportionate to the risks we face. Lessons learned from audits, investigations and feedback are used to strengthen our controls and guidance.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed and updated annually by senior management to reflect changes in our business, our supply chains, and relevant legislation or best practice. The updated statement is approved at a senior level and made available to employees, suppliers and other stakeholders, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to operating as a responsible and ethical removals company.