Modern Slavery Statement for Redbridge Removals

Redbridge Removals is committed to conducting business ethically and responsibly. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and any form of exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that the removals sector can involve multiple suppliers, subcontractors, and logistics partners, which means vigilance is essential. Our approach is grounded in respect, transparency, and accountability, and we expect the same standards from everyone who works with or for us.

We do not tolerate any practice that breaches human rights or compromises worker freedom. This includes debt bondage, child labour, deception about working conditions, and withholding wages or identification documents. Redbridge Removals requires all employees and business partners to uphold lawful and ethical conduct. Any suspicion of abuse is treated seriously and investigated promptly. Our commitment is not limited to compliance; it reflects our broader responsibility to protect vulnerable people and to promote fair treatment throughout our business.

To strengthen this commitment, we assess risk across our operations and use proportionate controls to prevent abuse. We review labour practices in areas where risk may be higher, including subcontracted transport, temporary labour, and outsourced support services. Our procurement processes include checks on supplier policies, workforce practices, and ownership structures. Where concerns arise, we seek clarification, require corrective action, and may suspend or end the relationship if the issue is not resolved.

Supplier management is central to our anti-slavery approach. Redbridge Removals carries out supplier audits and periodic reviews to confirm that partners meet expected standards. These audits may include document checks, workforce verification, and assessment of recruitment methods, pay practices, and working hours. We also expect suppliers to maintain their own safeguards and to cascade ethical obligations to their subcontractors. This helps us reduce risk across the chain and reinforces a culture of responsible practice.

The business provides clear reporting channels so that employees, contractors, and suppliers can raise concerns without fear of retaliation. Reports may relate to suspected coercion, unsafe working conditions, unfair recruitment fees, or any sign of exploitation. We encourage early reporting because timely action can prevent harm. All concerns are reviewed confidentially and handled with appropriate sensitivity. Where needed, investigations are escalated to senior management, and corrective steps are implemented without delay.

Training also supports our anti-slavery controls. Relevant staff receive guidance on identifying warning signs, challenging poor practice, and escalating concerns responsibly. Managers are expected to lead by example and to ensure that labour, procurement, and operational decisions do not create unnecessary risk. We aim to keep our processes practical yet robust, so that ethical expectations are embedded in day-to-day work rather than treated as a separate exercise.

We recognise that modern slavery can be hidden and complex, so continual improvement is essential. Redbridge Removals monitors changes in legislation, industry standards, and emerging risks to ensure our controls remain effective. If a supplier or internal process is found to fall short, we take proportionate action, which may include remedial requirements, enhanced monitoring, or termination of engagement. Our goal is not only compliance, but the prevention of harm through consistent oversight and responsible decision-making.

This statement is reviewed annually to confirm that it remains accurate, relevant, and aligned with the company’s risk profile. The annual review allows us to consider audit outcomes, reports received through our channels, supplier performance, and any changes in business activity. Findings from the review inform future improvements and help ensure our commitment to preventing modern slavery remains active and measurable.

Redbridge Removals is determined to operate with integrity and to contribute to a supply chain that respects human dignity. By maintaining a zero-tolerance policy, carrying out supplier audits, providing safe reporting channels, and reviewing our approach every year, we aim to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct. Our modern slavery controls are an essential part of how we do business and how we protect the people connected to our services.