Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery Statement for Elephant and Castle Removals

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Elephant and Castle Removals is taking 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 safeguard the rights and dignity of every person connected to our activities.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Elephant and Castle Removals has a clear zero-tolerance stance towards all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, debt bondage, child labour, and any practice that exploits vulnerable individuals. We are committed to ensuring that modern slavery has no place in our removal services, storage operations, logistics activities, or any related support function.

This commitment applies to everyone working for or on behalf of our business, including employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers. Any indication of modern slavery or human trafficking is treated as a serious breach of our standards and may result in termination of contracts, reporting to relevant authorities, and other appropriate actions.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Elephant and Castle Removals operates in the removals and relocation sector, providing residential and commercial moving services, storage, and related logistics. Our supply chains include suppliers of vehicles, fuel, packaging materials, equipment, facilities, and labour-related services. We recognise that certain segments of these supply chains may present a higher risk of labour exploitation if not properly managed and monitored.

Policies and Governance

Our approach to modern slavery is supported by internal policies that promote fair treatment, safe working conditions, and ethical conduct. These include policies on recruitment, equal opportunities, health and safety, anti-bribery, and whistleblowing. Managers are responsible for promoting awareness of these policies and ensuring they are consistently applied.

We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment practices do not enable forced or trafficked labour. Workers must be free to leave employment, must not pay recruitment fees, and must have clear access to written terms and conditions of employment.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect our suppliers and contractors to uphold the same high standards that we set for ourselves. As part of our supplier due diligence, we require suppliers to confirm that they comply with all applicable labour and human rights legislation and that they do not engage in, or tolerate, modern slavery or human trafficking in any form.

We conduct risk-based reviews and audits of key suppliers, focusing on those areas where the risk of labour exploitation may be higher. This may include reviewing employment practices, worker documentation, subcontracting arrangements, and health and safety conditions. Where concerns are identified, we work with suppliers to implement corrective actions, and we reserve the right to cease working with suppliers that fail to address serious or repeated breaches.

Awareness, Training and Reporting Channels

We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery across our business. Training and guidance are provided to relevant employees, particularly those involved in procurement, recruitment, and on-site operations, to help them identify warning signs and respond appropriately.

All workers are encouraged to speak up if they have any concerns about potential modern slavery or unethical practices. Concerns can be reported to line managers or senior management, and reports can be made confidentially. We will investigate all concerns raised and take suitable action where needed. No one will suffer any detrimental treatment for reporting a suspicion of modern slavery in good faith.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Elephant and Castle Removals understands that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing process. We are committed to continually improving our processes, controls, and training to strengthen our ability to prevent and detect exploitation. We monitor changes in legislation, industry guidance, and best practice, and we adapt our approach accordingly.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least once every year to ensure it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with our operations and values. Any necessary updates, enhancements, or corrective measures identified through audits, risk assessments, or incident reviews will be incorporated into our policies and procedures. The updated statement will reflect the actions taken and the progress made in our efforts to combat modern slavery and human trafficking across our business and supply chains.