Modern Slavery Statement for Acton Removals

Acton Removals is committed to conducting business with integrity, dignity, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent exploitation in our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can take many forms, including forced labour, servitude, human trafficking, debt bondage, and child labour. Our zero-tolerance approach applies to every aspect of our business and to all those who work with or for us.

As a removals and logistics service provider, we understand that risks may arise through labour arrangements, subcontracted services, temporary staffing, transport support, and sourced goods. To address these risks, Acton Removals has established controls that support ethical working practices, lawful employment, and fair treatment. We expect our people, suppliers, and partners to share this commitment and to uphold the same standards of conduct.

This statement reflects our broader commitment to responsible business. The Acton Removals modern slavery statement is reviewed as part of our governance framework, with accountability shared across management and operational teams. We seek to ensure that our policies are practical, understood, and embedded in daily decision-making. Where concerns arise, we act promptly and proportionately.

Policies and Controls

Our policy framework makes clear that slavery and human trafficking are strictly prohibited. Any breach of this position may lead to disciplinary action, contract termination, or referral to the relevant authorities where appropriate. We require everyone associated with Acton Removals to act lawfully and ethically, and we do not accept ignorance as a defence for failing to identify suspicious behaviour.

We also support training and awareness so staff can identify warning signs, such as unusual control over workers, restricted movement, withheld documents, or unclear employment conditions. These measures are designed to strengthen our ability to detect and prevent abuse. Our focus is not only compliance, but also the promotion of fair, safe, and transparent working conditions throughout the organisation.

Within this framework, our Acton Removals slavery policy is supported by internal oversight and record keeping. We review working arrangements where needed and seek assurance that employment is voluntary, wages are lawful, and working hours are reasonable. This helps us maintain a culture where exploitation cannot be hidden behind complex arrangements or weak supervision.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

A key part of our approach is supplier due diligence. Before engaging suppliers and subcontractors, we assess their practices against our ethical standards. This includes checking for appropriate labour policies, confirmation of lawful hiring practices, and evidence of compliance with relevant legislation. Where risk is higher, we apply additional scrutiny and request further assurances.

We carry out supplier audits on a risk-based basis, which may include document reviews, questionnaires, and follow-up checks. If a supplier is found to fall short of our expectations, we will work with them to improve standards where possible. However, if serious issues are identified or if there is unwillingness to cooperate, Acton Removals reserves the right to end the relationship.

This process supports the wider Acton Removals anti-slavery commitment by extending accountability beyond our direct workforce. We understand that modern slavery risks can exist in layered supply chains, so our due diligence is designed to promote transparency, traceability, and corrective action. Ethical sourcing is an ongoing responsibility, not a one-time exercise.

Reporting Channels and Safeguards

We encourage anyone who suspects wrongdoing to report concerns as soon as possible. Concerns may relate to unsafe labour practices, coercion, intimidation, document retention, or any behaviour that may indicate exploitation. Reports are treated seriously and handled sensitively, with appropriate confidentiality wherever possible and with protection from retaliation for those raising concerns in good faith.

Our internal reporting channels are intended to make speaking up straightforward and safe. We ensure that concerns can be escalated through management and compliance routes without fear of disadvantage. When a report is received, it is assessed promptly, investigated thoroughly, and followed by corrective action where required. This helps us respond early and prevent further harm.

Acton Removals also expects its leaders to model responsible conduct. A strong ethical culture depends on vigilance, honesty, and swift action. The modern slavery statement for Acton Removals is therefore not merely a policy document; it is a practical commitment to protect vulnerable people and to ensure our business is run responsibly.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

We will review this statement annually to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with current legal and operational risks. The review will consider training outcomes, reported concerns, supplier audit findings, and any changes in our business model or supply chain. Where improvement is needed, we will update our controls and strengthen our preventive measures.

Through this annual review cycle, Acton Removals aims to continually improve its approach to identifying and preventing modern slavery. Our commitment is ongoing: to act responsibly, to challenge poor practice, and to support a supply chain built on fairness and respect. By maintaining a clear zero-tolerance policy, robust supplier audits, accessible reporting channels, and regular review, we reinforce our determination to help eliminate exploitation in all its forms.