Modern Slavery Statement for Twickenham Removals
Twickenham Removals is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the actions we take to prevent modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and all forms of exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that the removal industry can involve complex labour arrangements, subcontracting, and cross-border logistics, which may increase risk. For that reason, our approach is based on vigilance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Our zero-tolerance policy is the foundation of our commitment. We do not accept any form of slavery, servitude, child labour, debt bondage, or abuse of workers’ rights in any part of our business. This policy applies to employees, temporary staff, contractors, and suppliers. We expect all parties connected to Twickenham removals services to uphold the same standards and to demonstrate lawful, ethical employment practices. Where concerns arise, we act promptly and decisively.
To support this commitment, we conduct risk-based supplier audits and reviews. These assessments help us identify whether a supplier has adequate labour checks, fair recruitment practices, and appropriate documentation for workers. We ask suppliers to confirm that wages are paid lawfully, working hours are reasonable, and passports or identity documents are never withheld. Where a supplier cannot meet our standards, we will require corrective action or end the relationship if necessary.
We also recognise the importance of training and awareness. Staff involved in procurement, scheduling, and operations are encouraged to understand the warning signs of exploitation, including unusual recruitment fees, restricted freedom of movement, or inconsistent employment records. By strengthening awareness across the business, Twickenham Removals improves its ability to detect and prevent abuse before it occurs.
Our reporting channels are designed to make concerns easy to raise and straightforward to investigate. Any employee, contractor, or supplier who suspects misconduct may report it through internal management routes or dedicated safeguarding procedures. Reports are treated seriously, handled confidentially where possible, and investigated without retaliation. We encourage prompt reporting of any issue related to modern slavery risks, so that we can respond quickly and responsibly.
In addition, we maintain records of identified risks, supplier assessments, and remedial actions to ensure lessons are learned and controls are strengthened over time. This helps us build a more resilient supply chain and supports our broader responsibility to protect vulnerable people from exploitation. Our policy is not static; it evolves as the business and the external environment change.
Twickenham Removals requires its suppliers to share our values and comply with applicable employment, health and safety, and immigration laws. We expect clear evidence of ethical recruitment, right-to-work checks, and fair treatment of workers. If any supplier is found to have breached our standards, we may suspend work, request immediate remediation, or terminate the relationship. These measures reflect our commitment to responsible trading and to preventing complicity in exploitation.
Our leadership team reviews modern slavery controls regularly to confirm that they remain effective and proportionate to risk. This review considers supplier performance, any reported concerns, audit findings, and changes in legislation or industry practice. We aim to improve our processes each year and to ensure that Twickenham Removals’ anti-slavery measures remain robust and practical. Continuous oversight is essential in a sector that relies on multiple service partners.
We will conduct an annual review of this statement and our associated procedures to measure progress and identify further improvements. The review will inform future training, supplier engagement, and risk management activity. Through this ongoing commitment, Twickenham Removals seeks to play its part in eliminating modern slavery and protecting the dignity, safety, and rights of everyone connected to our business.