Modern Slavery Statement for Tooting Removals

Tooting Removals is committed to conducting business with integrity, dignity, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking in our operations and supply chain. We recognise that the removals industry can involve multiple labour providers, transport partners, and subcontracted services, so vigilance is essential. Our zero-tolerance policy applies across every part of the business, and we expect the same standard from all suppliers, contractors, and representatives.

We understand that modern slavery can take many forms, including deceptive recruitment, withholding wages, debt bondage, and coercion. To reduce risk, Tooting Removals maintains clear internal controls, appropriate staff training, and documented processes for identifying concerns. All managers are responsible for promoting ethical working practices, while employees are expected to report any suspicion promptly and without fear of retaliation. We also review labour arrangements carefully when appointing third-party providers.

Our supplier due diligence begins before a relationship is established and continues throughout the contract period. We assess the nature of the service, the location of work, and the labour model used by each supplier. High-risk categories are subject to enhanced review, including checks on employment practices, right-to-work processes, and subcontracting arrangements. Where needed, we request evidence of policies, worker protections, and corrective actions to ensure our standards are being met.

The company’s supplier audits are a central part of our anti-slavery approach. These audits may include document reviews, site visits, interviews with management, and verification of payroll and labour sourcing controls. Findings are recorded and acted upon, with clear deadlines for remediation where improvements are required. If a supplier fails to meet our expectations or refuses to cooperate, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate the relationship. This supports a resilient and ethical Tooting Removals supply chain.

We also provide accessible reporting channels so concerns can be raised early and confidentially. Staff, subcontractors, and suppliers may report suspected misconduct through internal management routes and designated safeguarding procedures. Reports are handled sensitively, and no one will suffer disadvantage for raising a concern in good faith. Any allegation is investigated thoroughly, and where necessary, we will involve appropriate external authorities. Maintaining trust in these channels is vital to the effectiveness of our Tooting Removals anti-slavery policy.

Training and awareness are reinforced through onboarding and periodic refresher sessions. These sessions help teams recognise warning signs such as restricted movement, poor accommodation, identity document retention, or workers who appear controlled by others. We want every colleague to understand that ethical conduct is not optional; it is part of how we operate. Preventing exploitation is a shared responsibility, and our management team leads by example through consistent oversight and transparent decision-making.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, current, and aligned with legal requirements and operational risks. The annual review considers audit outcomes, supplier performance, reported concerns, and any changes in our business model or the wider removals sector. Where weaknesses are identified, we update controls and improve procedures. Continuous improvement is central to our modern slavery commitments and to the long-term integrity of Tooting Removals.

In summary, Tooting Removals maintains a clear and uncompromising stance against modern slavery. Through a zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, strong reporting channels, and an annual review process, we work to protect workers and uphold responsible business practices. We expect everyone associated with our business to support these standards and help ensure that exploitation has no place in our operations or supply network.