Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery Statement for Removal Companies Colliers Wood

This Modern Slavery Statement is made on behalf of Removal Companies Colliers Wood and sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our business operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold human rights and to act ethically in all our dealings, whether with employees, agency workers, contractors, or suppliers.

Modern slavery is a severe violation of fundamental human rights and can occur in many forms, including forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking, and servitude. We are committed to ensuring that such practices have no place in our business or in the businesses with which we work.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

Removal Companies Colliers Wood operates a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. This means we will not knowingly engage with any individual, organisation, or supplier that participates in or turns a blind eye to exploitative labour practices.

The principles of our zero-tolerance approach are embedded in our internal policies, employment procedures, and supplier expectations. We require all managers and supervisors to take reasonable steps to identify potential risks, to report concerns promptly, and to ensure that anyone working on our behalf is treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

All workers engaged directly by us are employed on terms that comply with applicable employment and labour laws. Wages are paid fairly and on time, working hours are monitored to ensure legal compliance, and employees are free to leave their employment after giving appropriate notice without penalty.

Our Supply Chain and Supplier Audits

Our supply chain includes providers of vehicles, fuel, packing materials, storage facilities, cleaning services, property services, and labour agencies. We are committed to working only with suppliers who share our commitment to ethical working practices.

To help ensure that modern slavery does not occur within our supply chain, we carry out proportionate due diligence and supplier audits. This may include pre-qualification checks, verification of business legitimacy, review of documented policies on labour and human rights, and, where appropriate, site visits to observe working conditions.

We expect our key suppliers and subcontractors to confirm that they comply with all applicable anti-slavery and human trafficking laws and that they have processes in place to prevent forced or trafficked labour in their own operations and supply chains. Failure to meet these standards may result in corrective action, suspension of work, or termination of the business relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage a culture of openness where all workers feel safe to raise concerns about modern slavery or unethical practices. Any employee, contractor, temporary worker, or supplier who has reason to suspect that modern slavery may be occurring in our business or in our supply chain is urged to report their concerns as soon as possible.

Concerns can be raised internally with line managers or senior management. Where necessary, we will investigate concerns promptly, sensitively, and confidentially, taking care to protect anyone who reports an issue in good faith from retaliation or disadvantage. If required, we will notify and cooperate fully with relevant authorities.

We are committed to taking remedial action where any instance of modern slavery is identified, including working with affected individuals and reputable organisations to support victims and address root causes.

Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement

We recognise that training and awareness are essential to preventing modern slavery. Relevant staff members, especially those involved in recruitment, procurement, and supplier management, are informed about the signs of modern slavery and the processes for reporting concerns.

We aim to improve our practices continuously by learning from investigations, audits, and industry guidance. Where appropriate, we update our policies, contracts, and procedures to address emerging risks and strengthen our controls.

Annual Review and Approval

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once every year to ensure that it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with current legislation and best practice. As part of the annual review, we assess the effectiveness of our actions, consider changes in our operations or supply chains, and identify opportunities for improvement.

The updated statement is approved by senior management and communicated to employees and relevant suppliers so that our commitments are clearly understood and consistently applied. By maintaining this ongoing process of review and improvement, Removal Companies Colliers Wood reaffirms its commitment to combatting modern slavery and promoting ethical, transparent, and responsible conduct in everything we do.