Tooting Removals Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps Tooting Removals has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our business operations and supply chains. Tooting Removals operates in the removals and associated services sector and recognises its responsibility to uphold the highest ethical standards and respect for human rights.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Tooting Removals maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour. We are committed to ensuring that no such practices take place within our own operations or within any part of our supply chain. This commitment is integral to our values and underpins the way we conduct business, select partners, and manage our workforce.

All employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers are expected to conduct themselves in a way that is consistent with this policy. Any breach or suspected breach is treated as a serious matter and may result in termination of employment or business relationships, as appropriate.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Tooting Removals provides domestic and commercial removal services, storage-related activities, and associated logistics. Our supply chains include, but are not limited to, vehicle and equipment providers, packaging and materials suppliers, storage facilities, recruitment agencies, subcontracted labour, and property or site service providers.

We recognise that certain parts of our supply chain, particularly those involving temporary labour or overseas sourcing of materials, may be more exposed to the risks of modern slavery. We therefore apply enhanced scrutiny and due diligence in these areas.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We are committed to working only with suppliers who share our values and demonstrate a clear commitment to preventing modern slavery. As part of our supplier management process, we carry out proportionate due diligence, which may include pre-qualification questionnaires, requests for policy documents, and declarations of compliance with modern slavery legislation.

Tooting Removals reserves the right to conduct audits of key suppliers to verify compliance with our standards on labour and human rights. These audits may include site visits, worker interviews conducted in a confidential manner, and review of employment practices and documentation. Where concerns are identified, we work with suppliers on corrective action plans, with clear timelines and follow-up checks. If a supplier is unwilling or unable to meet our requirements, we will consider ending the relationship.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels

We encourage a culture of openness where concerns about modern slavery or unethical practices can be raised without fear of retaliation. Employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers are expected to report any suspicion of modern slavery, whether within Tooting Removals or in our supply chains.

Concerns can be raised through line management, senior management, or established internal reporting routes. Reports may be made anonymously where permissible, and all concerns will be taken seriously, investigated promptly, and handled sensitively. We do not tolerate any form of victimisation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith.

Training and Awareness

Tooting Removals provides training and guidance to relevant employees, particularly those involved in procurement, recruitment, and supplier management, to help them identify warning signs of modern slavery and understand the appropriate steps to take if concerns arise. Awareness materials are made available to staff to reinforce our zero-tolerance stance and to highlight the importance of vigilance.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Our approach to tackling modern slavery is subject to continual monitoring and improvement. We regularly review our risk assessments, due diligence processes, and training programmes to ensure they remain proportionate and effective in light of evolving best practice and regulatory developments.

This statement is reviewed and updated on an annual basis by the leadership of Tooting Removals. The review considers any incidents reported, audit findings, legislative changes, and feedback from stakeholders. Where areas for improvement are identified, we set clear objectives and track progress to strengthen our controls and further reduce the risk of modern slavery within our operations and supply chains.

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement has been approved by the management of Tooting Removals and represents our ongoing commitment to ethical business conduct and the protection of human rights in all our activities.