Redbridge Removals Modern Slavery Statement

Introduction

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Redbridge Removals has taken, and continues to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place in our business or in our supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold the highest ethical standards and to protect the rights and dignity of all individuals who work with or for us.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Redbridge Removals operates in the removals and relocation sector, providing packing, transportation, storage and related services to domestic and commercial customers. Our operations rely on a combination of directly employed staff, agency workers, contractors and a range of suppliers, including providers of vehicles, packaging materials, storage facilities and support services.

We acknowledge that the logistics and removals industry can be exposed to risks such as the exploitation of temporary labour, sub-contracting arrangements and sourcing of materials from higher-risk regions. We are committed to identifying and managing these risks throughout our business and supply chains.

Zero-Tolerance Approach to Modern Slavery

Redbridge Removals has a clear, zero-tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking. We do not tolerate threats, coercion, debt bondage, withholding of identity documents, or any practices that undermine an individual’s freedom and basic human rights.

All employees, agency workers, contractors and suppliers are expected to share this commitment. Any breach of this policy by a member of staff may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal. Any breach by a supplier or contractor may result in termination of our relationship with them.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We aim to work only with suppliers and partners who uphold standards consistent with our own. As part of our due diligence process, we assess new key suppliers for ethical and labour practices, including their approach to modern slavery and human trafficking.

Redbridge Removals is developing a structured programme of supplier audits, focusing on higher-risk categories such as labour providers, sub-contract transport services and suppliers of goods sourced from outside the United Kingdom. These audits may include site visits, document reviews and interviews with management and, where appropriate, workers.

Where concerns are identified, we will work with the supplier to implement corrective actions within a defined timeframe. If meaningful improvement is not demonstrated, we will consider suspending or ending the business relationship.

Training and Awareness

We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff, particularly those involved in procurement, recruitment and contract management. Training covers recognising indicators of exploitation, understanding our policies and knowing how to report concerns. We also encourage open discussion about ethical practices within our teams.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing

Redbridge Removals encourages all employees, workers, suppliers and other stakeholders to report any concerns they may have about modern slavery or unethical practices connected to our business. Individuals may raise concerns with their line manager or a senior manager, in confidence and without fear of retaliation.

All reports will be taken seriously and investigated promptly and impartially. Where necessary, we will cooperate with law enforcement and relevant authorities. Anyone who raises a concern in good faith will be protected, even if the concern is not substantiated.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing process. Redbridge Removals is committed to continuous improvement of our policies, procedures and due diligence measures. We regularly evaluate our risk profile, audit findings and industry developments to refine our approach.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed, updated and approved by the leadership of Redbridge Removals on an annual basis, or more frequently if required by changes in legislation or in our operations. The updated statement will reflect the actions taken during the preceding year and our plans to further strengthen our controls and oversight.

By issuing this statement, Redbridge Removals reaffirms its commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our business and supply chains, and to promoting fair, respectful and lawful working conditions for everyone associated with our organisation.