This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Shepherds Bush Removals to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We are committed to conducting business ethically and responsibly, ensuring that everyone who works for or with us is treated with dignity and respect.
Shepherds Bush Removals maintains a strict zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking. We do not tolerate such practices within our own operations or in any part of our supply chain. We expect the same high standards from all our suppliers, contractors, and business partners, and we will not knowingly engage with any organisation involved in or turning a blind eye to modern slavery.
Shepherds Bush Removals provides removals and associated services. Our supply chain includes providers of vehicles, packing materials, storage facilities, labour providers, and other support services. We recognise that some parts of the removals and logistics sector can be vulnerable to labour exploitation, particularly where temporary, migrant, or low‑paid work is involved. This awareness informs our approach to supplier selection, monitoring, and ongoing risk management.
We require our suppliers and subcontractors to uphold the same ethical standards that we set for ourselves. All new suppliers are assessed against our expectations on labour rights, health and safety, and ethical conduct. Where we identify elevated risks, we conduct additional due diligence, which may include on-site visits, document checks, and verification of labour practices.
We reserve the right to audit our suppliers, either directly or through an independent third party. These audits may review employment contracts, right-to-work documentation, working hours, wage records, and worker accommodation where applicable. If a supplier fails to meet our standards or refuses to cooperate with an audit, we will take appropriate action, which may include corrective action plans, suspension of work, or termination of the business relationship.
Relevant employees, particularly those involved in procurement, operations, and supplier management, receive training on identifying signs of modern slavery and on our reporting procedures. We aim to maintain awareness across the business so that potential issues are recognised and addressed quickly and effectively.
Shepherds Bush Removals encourages all employees, workers, and suppliers to speak up if they have any concerns about modern slavery or unethical practices. Concerns can be reported to line managers or senior management in confidence. We are committed to ensuring that no one suffers any detriment or retaliation for raising a genuine concern, even if it is not ultimately substantiated.
All reports will be treated seriously and investigated promptly. Where modern slavery is suspected, we will take appropriate action, which may include engaging with the affected individuals, reviewing supplier relationships, and reporting matters to the relevant authorities where required.
We regularly assess the risks of modern slavery within our operations and supply chains and seek to improve our controls over time. This may include updating supplier questionnaires, strengthening contract clauses on labour standards, or enhancing staff training. We are committed to working collaboratively with suppliers and industry partners to raise standards and promote ethical practices throughout the removals sector.
Responsibility for overseeing our modern slavery approach sits with the senior management of Shepherds Bush Removals. They review the effectiveness of our policies, training, and supplier oversight to ensure they remain appropriate and robust. This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once every year and updated where necessary to reflect changes in legislation, guidance, or our business operations.
This Statement has been approved by the management of Shepherds Bush Removals and represents our ongoing commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our business.
