Modern Slavery Statement for Removal Van Kensington
Removal Van Kensington is committed to conducting its business ethically, responsibly, and in full compliance with all applicable laws relating to modern slavery and human trafficking. This Modern Slavery Statement describes the steps we take to identify, prevent, and address risks of modern slavery within our operations and supply chains.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
We have a clear zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking, child labour, and any practice that exploits vulnerable individuals. This applies to every aspect of our business, from our directly employed staff to any third parties who provide goods or services to us.
All employees, contractors, and suppliers are expected to act with integrity and to uphold the principles set out in this statement. Any involvement in modern slavery or human trafficking is strictly prohibited and may result in disciplinary action, contract termination, and, where appropriate, reporting to relevant authorities.
Our Business and Supply Chain
Removal Van Kensington provides removal, relocation, and associated logistics services. Our supply chain includes vehicle and equipment suppliers, fuel providers, facilities management, workwear providers, and other professional and support services. We recognise that risks of modern slavery can exist at different tiers of our supply chain, especially where labour-intensive services or outsourced activities are involved.
We seek to build long-term relationships with reputable suppliers whose values align with our own and who are willing to work with us to improve transparency and labour standards.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We expect all suppliers and subcontractors to adhere to standards that are consistent with our zero-tolerance policy on modern slavery. As part of our onboarding and ongoing supplier management:
We assess key suppliers against ethical and labour-related criteria, including their approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking. We reserve the right to request information on suppliers’ employment practices, including recruitment processes, use of labour agencies, working hours, wages, and grievance mechanisms.
Where we identify higher-risk relationships, we may conduct more detailed reviews, seek supporting documentation, or require corrective actions. We also reserve the right to conduct audits, which may include site visits, with reasonable notice. Suppliers who fail to meet our expectations or refuse to engage with improvement measures may have their contracts reviewed or terminated.
Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels
We encourage a culture of openness in which concerns about modern slavery and unethical practices can be raised without fear of retaliation. Any employee, contractor, supplier, or other stakeholder who becomes aware of or suspects any form of modern slavery in our operations or supply chains is expected to report it promptly.
Concerns can be raised directly with line managers or senior management, or through internal reporting channels made available within the business. Reports will be treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled as confidentially as is reasonably possible. No person will suffer adverse treatment for reporting a concern in good faith, even if it is not subsequently confirmed.
Training and Awareness
We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff, particularly those involved in procurement, supplier management, and recruitment. Relevant employees receive information on identifying potential signs of exploitation, understanding risk factors in the logistics and removal industry, and knowing how to escalate concerns.
We review our training and awareness materials periodically to ensure they remain current, practical, and aligned with legal requirements and industry best practice.
Monitoring, Governance and Annual Review
Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery sits with senior management, who regularly review key risks, controls, and any reported incidents. We monitor the effectiveness of our measures by reviewing supplier performance, audit findings, staff feedback, and any concerns raised through our reporting channels.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once every year and updated where necessary to reflect changes in our business, supply chain, or applicable legislation. We are committed to continuous improvement and will enhance our processes as our understanding of modern slavery risks develops.
This statement has been approved by the leadership of Removal Van Kensington and represents our ongoing commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations.
