Modern Slavery Statement — Lewisham Removals

Lewisham Removals publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to affirm a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking and forced labour across our operations and supply network. We are committed to recognising the signs of exploitation, preventing abuse and taking robust action where concerns arise. This anti-slavery declaration reflects our values and legal obligations and sets out how our modern slavery policy is applied in practice.

Our Commitment

We maintain a clear and enforceable anti-slavery policy that applies to all employees, contractors and partners engaged by Lewisham Removals. Our approach is preventative and continuous: we integrate ethical checks into recruitment, procurement and contracting. We will not tolerate any form of forced labour, debt bondage or human trafficking within our operations. This slavery and human trafficking statement is part of everyday decision-making and performance evaluation.

Definitions and scope are critical: modern slavery covers a range of exploitative practices. Our modern slavery policy clarifies these terms for staff and suppliers and ensures consistent reporting and record-keeping. Key elements include clear roles and responsibilities, escalation procedures and protections for those who report concerns.

Supply Chain Standards and Supplier Audits

We expect suppliers, subcontractors and partners to meet the same high standards. Our procurement process mandates due diligence, contractual anti-slavery clauses and periodic supplier audits to verify compliance. These supplier audits form a core control and include on-site checks, documentation review and interviews where necessary.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing protections are central to identifying risk. We provide multiple secure reporting channels so concerns can be raised confidentially, anonymously where requested, and without fear of retaliation. All reports are logged, triaged and investigated promptly by trained personnel.

We operate the following practical measures to reduce risk:

• Mandatory supplier audits and risk-based assessments;
• Contract clauses requiring compliance with our anti-slavery standards;
• Regular training for recruitment teams and operational staff;
• Clear reporting channels and victim support protocols.

Reporting, Investigation and Enforcement

When a concern is raised through our reporting channels it is handled with urgency and discretion. Investigations follow a consistent protocol: initial assessment, evidence gathering, remedial action and, where appropriate, referral to external authorities. Lewisham Removals' approach includes protection for victims, corrective action plans for suppliers and termination of contracts where breaches are confirmed.

Training and awareness are ongoing: all staff receive guidance on recognising indicators of modern slavery and how to use the appropriate reporting channels. Managers undergo enhanced training to ensure that supplier audits are rigorous and that remedial actions are effective and timely. We will use a combination of internal audit, supplier audits and independent external reviews to validate our controls.

Monitoring, audit and the annual review process ensure continuous improvement. Each year Lewisham Removals conducts an annual review of this statement and the actions taken to implement it. The review evaluates outcomes from supplier audits, reports received through reporting channels, training completion rates and any incidents addressed. Findings inform policy updates, additional training and adjustments to supplier engagement.