Kentishtown Removals Modern Slavery Statement

Kentishtown Removals is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that a responsible removal company must do more than move goods; it must also protect the people who make its services possible.

Our approach is grounded in zero tolerance. We do not permit any form of modern slavery in our workplace, and we expect the same from everyone who works with us. This applies to our employees, agency workers, subcontractors, and suppliers. We are committed to maintaining a culture where ethical conduct is standard practice and where suspicious activity is addressed promptly.

We carry out due diligence on new and existing business relationships to help identify and reduce modern slavery risks. This includes assessing labour practices, reviewing policies, and considering whether a supplier operates in sectors or regions where vulnerabilities may be higher. If concerns are identified, we may request further evidence, introduce corrective actions, or end the relationship where necessary.

Our Policies and Standards

Kentishtown Removals has adopted internal policies that support ethical recruitment, fair treatment, and lawful working conditions. These policies are communicated to staff and reinforced through management oversight. We expect managers to act with accountability and to model the standards we require across the business. All workers are expected to understand that exploitation, coercion, and intimidation are unacceptable.

Training and awareness also form part of our prevention strategy. Relevant team members receive guidance on recognising indicators of exploitation, including unusual restrictions on movement, withheld wages, signs of fear, or dependence on another person for basic needs. By improving awareness, our removal business strengthens its ability to detect risk early and respond appropriately.

We also review our recruitment practices to ensure they remain ethical and transparent. Workers must be employed freely, with clear terms and no fees charged for securing work. Identity and right-to-work checks are carried out lawfully and consistently, and we avoid any arrangement that could create dependency, debt, or vulnerability.

Supplier Audits and Monitoring

Supplier monitoring is a key part of our controls. Where appropriate, we may conduct supplier audits or request evidence of compliance to confirm that labour standards are being upheld. These audits can include document checks, workforce welfare discussions, and review of subcontracting arrangements. Our aim is to ensure that every removals provider in our chain shares our commitment to ethical practice.

If a supplier is found to fall short of our requirements, we will seek immediate clarification and remediation. Persistent or serious breaches may result in suspension or termination of the relationship. We believe that responsible procurement is essential to preventing abuse and ensuring that modern slavery has no place in our operations or supply network.

We keep records of concerns raised, actions taken, and outcomes achieved so that we can monitor patterns and strengthen our controls over time. These records help us identify areas for improvement and demonstrate that our approach is active rather than symbolic.

Reporting Channels and Safeguards

Kentishtown Removals encourages anyone connected with our business to report concerns about modern slavery without fear of retaliation. Reports may be made through internal management routes, and all concerns are handled sensitively and confidentially where possible. We make it clear that genuine concerns will be taken seriously and investigated promptly.

We support a speaking-up culture because early reporting can prevent harm. No worker or supplier should feel pressured to ignore warning signs. Where a concern suggests immediate risk to an individual, we will act in line with safeguarding obligations and, where appropriate, involve relevant authorities. Our slavery statement therefore reflects both prevention and response.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with current law and best practice. The annual review considers changes in our business, risk profile, supplier base, and operational procedures. Where needed, we update policies, strengthen audits, and refresh training to improve our response to modern slavery risks. Kentishtown Removals remains committed to continuous improvement and to upholding the dignity, safety, and rights of every person connected with our work.