Modern Slavery Statement for Hammersmith Removals
Hammersmith Removals is committed to conducting business with integrity, respect, and transparency. This modern slavery statement sets out our approach to preventing slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise that the risk of exploitation can exist in many sectors, including logistics, transport, warehouse support, and subcontracted services. For that reason, we apply a zero-tolerance policy to all forms of modern slavery and expect the same standard from everyone working with or for us.
Our commitment is embedded in everyday practice. Hammersmith removals services depend on trusted people, reliable suppliers, and responsible decision-making. We therefore take active steps to identify, assess, and reduce risks across recruitment, labour sourcing, vehicle support, packaging supply, and any outsourced activity. No business advantage justifies abuse, and we will not knowingly work with any person or organisation that fails to meet our ethical standards.
We require all employees, contractors, and agency workers to operate in line with our policies and procedures. Our modern slavery approach is supported by training, internal oversight, and clear expectations around lawful and ethical conduct. Any breach, suspected breach, or attempt to conceal exploitation is treated as a serious matter and may result in termination of engagement, reporting to authorities, or both.
Supplier due diligence is central to the Hammersmith Removals modern slavery framework. Before onboarding suppliers, we review their labour practices, ownership structures, hiring processes, and history of compliance. We also reserve the right to carry out supplier audits, either announced or unannounced, where risk indicators are present. These audits may include document checks, site inspections, and interviews to confirm that workers are employed freely, paid fairly, and protected from coercion.
Where gaps are identified, we expect prompt corrective action. If a supplier cannot demonstrate improvement within a reasonable timeframe, or if there is evidence of deliberate exploitation, we will suspend or end the relationship. We maintain a proportionate, risk-based review of suppliers and prioritise higher-risk categories such as temporary labour, cleaning, freight handling, and subcontracted transport activities. This helps ensure our Hammersmith removals operations remain aligned with our ethical standards.
We also make reporting safe and accessible. Any employee, contractor, or supplier can raise concerns about modern slavery through our internal reporting channels. Reports may be made confidentially and will be handled with care, urgency, and impartiality. We do not tolerate retaliation against anyone who speaks up in good faith. Concerns are investigated promptly, and where necessary we escalate matters to senior management and external authorities.
The effectiveness of this statement is assessed through ongoing monitoring, incident reviews, and supplier performance checks. We recognise that compliance is not static, and our controls must evolve as risks change. Hammersmith Removals therefore treats the prevention of modern slavery as a continuous responsibility rather than a one-time exercise. Senior management reviews findings, reinforces accountability, and ensures that lessons learned are reflected in policy and practice.
Annual review is an essential part of our governance process. This statement, together with our policies and supplier standards, is reviewed at least once every year to ensure it remains current, practical, and effective. The review considers legislative changes, emerging risk areas, audit results, training outcomes, and any reports received through our channels. Where improvements are required, we update controls and strengthen oversight accordingly.
By maintaining a Hammersmith removals modern slavery statement rooted in prevention, accountability, and transparency, we aim to protect workers, support ethical business conduct, and uphold the standards expected of a responsible removals company. Our position is clear: exploitation has no place in our business, our supply chain, or our future growth.