Chelsea Removals Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Chelsea Removals to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to act ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships and to implement effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery does not take place in any part of our business.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Chelsea Removals has a clear and unequivocal zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation. This applies to our own operations and to everyone we engage with, including employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers. Any form of abuse of human rights is fundamentally incompatible with our values and business practices.

All managers and supervisors are responsible for promoting this zero-tolerance stance and ensuring that teams understand that any breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter. Where appropriate, we will terminate business relationships with any party that is found to be involved in modern slavery or that fails to take adequate steps to prevent it.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Chelsea Removals provides residential and commercial removal and related services. Our supply chains include subcontracted transport and logistics providers, packing material suppliers, storage facilities, equipment hire companies, and various professional and support services.

We are committed to working only with suppliers and partners who share our ethical standards. We seek to build long-term relationships based on transparency, accountability, and respect for human rights throughout the supply chain.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

To minimise the risk of modern slavery in our supply chains, we conduct proportionate due diligence on existing and new suppliers. This may include assessing a supplier’s labour practices, employment conditions, and policies relating to human rights, health and safety, and ethical conduct.

We reserve the right to undertake audits or request evidence from key suppliers to verify compliance with our modern slavery expectations. Where concerns are identified, we will work with the supplier to develop corrective actions and reasonable timelines for improvement. If concerns are not adequately addressed, Chelsea Removals may reconsider or terminate the relationship.

Our standard terms with suppliers include obligations to comply with applicable modern slavery and human trafficking laws and to maintain appropriate policies and controls to prevent exploitation.

Policies, Training and Awareness

Our modern slavery position is supported by our internal policies on ethical conduct, recruitment, whistleblowing, and health and safety. These policies aim to ensure that employment is freely chosen, that workers are treated fairly and with dignity, and that any concerns can be escalated safely.

Relevant employees, particularly those involved in procurement, contract management, and site supervision, are informed about the risks of modern slavery and how to identify warning signs. We encourage continuous awareness and vigilance so that any potential issue is recognised and addressed promptly.

Reporting Channels and Escalation

Chelsea Removals is committed to fostering a culture in which people feel able to speak up. Any employee, contractor, supplier, or third party who has concerns about possible modern slavery or unethical labour practices connected with our operations or supply chain is encouraged to report them.

Concerns can be raised through line management, senior management, or via existing whistleblowing routes within the business. Reports will be handled sensitively and, where possible, confidentially. We will not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith, even if it is not subsequently substantiated.

All substantiated reports of modern slavery will result in appropriate investigation and, where necessary, corrective and disciplinary action. We will also cooperate with law enforcement and regulatory bodies where applicable.

Monitoring, Review and Continuous Improvement

Chelsea Removals recognises that the risks of modern slavery can evolve over time. We are committed to reviewing this Statement and our related practices at least annually, or sooner if there are significant changes in our business, supply chains, or relevant legislation.

As part of the annual review, we will assess the effectiveness of our controls, consider feedback from employees and suppliers, and identify opportunities to strengthen our approach. This may include enhancing due diligence processes, updating supplier requirements, or providing additional guidance and training.

This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the leadership of Chelsea Removals and reflects our ongoing commitment to acting ethically and safeguarding the rights and dignity of everyone connected with our business.