Modern Slavery Statement for Removals to Europe

Removals to Europe is firmly committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our business operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to respect human rights and to act with integrity and transparency in all our business relationships. This statement explains the steps we take to identify, prevent and address the risks of modern slavery in connection with our services.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, servitude, debt bondage, child labour and human trafficking. This applies to our own operations, as well as to any third parties who provide goods or services to us, including subcontractors, agents, transport partners, storage facilities and labour providers.

All employees and suppliers are expected to act ethically and with integrity. Any involvement in modern slavery or human trafficking, whether direct or indirect, is strictly prohibited and may result in termination of employment or business relationships, in addition to any legal consequences.

Our Supply Chain and Risk Management

Our services rely on a network of logistics partners, vehicle hire providers, storage operators, packaging suppliers and ancillary service providers across the United Kingdom and continental Europe. We acknowledge that complex supply chains can create potential vulnerabilities to labour exploitation, particularly where recruitment, subcontracting or temporary labour is involved.

To manage these risks, we aim to work with reputable suppliers who share our values, and we seek to establish long term relationships that are based on transparency, accountability and mutual respect. We evaluate geographic, sector and service related risk factors when engaging new suppliers and reviewing existing ones.

Supplier Standards and Audits

All key suppliers are required to confirm that they comply with applicable labour laws and that they do not tolerate modern slavery or human trafficking within their own operations or supply chains. Our standard supplier terms require adherence to these expectations and provide us with the right to review relevant practices where appropriate.

We carry out periodic supplier audits, which may include desk based assessments, questionnaires, requests for supporting documentation and, where necessary, site visits. These audits are designed to assess working conditions, recruitment practices, use of subcontractors and mechanisms for worker feedback. Where concerns are identified, we work with the supplier to implement corrective actions within a reasonable timeframe or, if issues are not remedied, we reserve the right to suspend or end the business relationship.

Employee Awareness and Reporting Channels

We seek to foster a culture in which modern slavery risks are understood and taken seriously. Our policies are communicated to employees as part of induction and ongoing training. Staff members whose roles involve procurement, supplier management or recruitment receive targeted guidance on identifying warning signs of exploitation and on escalating any concerns.

Any employee, contractor, supplier or third party who becomes aware of potential modern slavery or human trafficking connected to our business is encouraged to report their concerns through our internal reporting channels, including line management or designated senior management contacts. Reports can be made in confidence, and we do not tolerate any form of victimisation or retaliation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that addressing modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility that requires continuous improvement. We review our practices, training and supplier oversight mechanisms regularly to ensure that they remain effective and proportionate to the risks we face.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed on an annual basis by our senior management team. As part of the annual review, we consider any incidents reported, findings from supplier audits, changes to legal requirements and developments in best practice. Where necessary, we update our policies and procedures, enhance our due diligence processes and refine our training materials.

By publishing this statement, Removals to Europe reaffirms its commitment to combating modern slavery and human trafficking and to promoting fair, safe and respectful working conditions throughout our operations and supply chains.