Modern Slavery Statement for Battersea Removals

At Battersea Removals, we recognise that modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation are severe violations of human rights. As a responsible removals company, we are committed to operating with integrity and ensuring that our business activities, workforce, and supply chain are free from any form of slavery or servitude. This statement sets out the principles and controls we apply to uphold our zero-tolerance approach.

We expect the same ethical standards from everyone who works with or on behalf of us. Our modern slavery policy applies to all employees, contractors, temporary workers, agency staff, and suppliers. It supports our wider commitment to lawful, fair, and respectful business conduct across every area of the Battersea Removals operation.

We understand that risks can arise in any labour-intensive industry, particularly where services rely on outsourced logistics, transport, packaging, and seasonal staffing. For that reason, our removal business uses a risk-based approach to identifying and managing potential vulnerability points in recruitment, procurement, and subcontracting.

Our zero-tolerance policy is central to this statement. We do not accept any form of forced labour, debt bondage, child labour, withheld identity documents, coercion, or deceptive recruitment practices. If any concern is identified, it is treated as a serious matter and investigated promptly, with appropriate remedial action taken where required.

To reduce risk, Battersea Removals carries out supplier due diligence before entering into business relationships and continues monitoring throughout the partnership. This includes checking labour standards, reviewing contractual commitments, and requiring suppliers to confirm compliance with anti-slavery expectations. Where concerns arise, we may request corrective action plans, enhanced oversight, or termination of the relationship if standards are not met.

Our supplier audits are designed to strengthen accountability. These audits may include document reviews, worker welfare checks, and verification of employment practices within higher-risk categories such as transport, warehousing, and third-party staffing. We aim to work collaboratively with suppliers, but we will not compromise on ethical requirements. Battersea Removals expects all suppliers to maintain transparent records and cooperate fully with audit requests.

Reporting channels are available so that concerns can be raised safely and in confidence. Employees and contractors are encouraged to report any suspected breach of this statement, whether involving our own operations or our supply chain. Reports may be made through internal management routes or formal escalation processes, and all concerns are handled sensitively, promptly, and without retaliation against those who speak up in good faith.

Awareness and training support the effectiveness of our controls. Relevant team members are informed about the signs of exploitation, indicators of coercive behaviour, and the importance of verifying labour practices. This helps our Battersea removals services operate responsibly and ensures that staff remain vigilant when dealing with recruitment, subcontractors, and supplier engagement.

In addition, we expect managers to act promptly where any issue is identified. If a possible case of modern slavery is suspected, it is escalated internally for review, documented carefully, and assessed for any immediate safeguarding actions. We recognise that ethical responsibility is not limited to compliance alone; it requires ongoing attention, careful judgement, and decisive intervention.

This statement will be reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, current, and aligned with legal and operational developments. During the annual review, Battersea Removals will assess risk areas, update supplier checks, consider training needs, and measure the effectiveness of our controls. Where improvements are identified, we will strengthen our procedures accordingly.

As a trusted removals provider, we are committed to continuous improvement and ethical accountability. Modern slavery has no place in our business, our workforce, or our supply chain. By maintaining clear expectations, robust supplier audits, accessible reporting channels, and an annual review cycle, Battersea Removals reinforces its commitment to dignity, fairness, and responsible practice.