Movers Notting Hill Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement is made on behalf of Movers Notting Hill and sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains. Movers Notting Hill recognises that modern slavery is a severe violation of fundamental human rights and is committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all of our operations.
We understand modern slavery to include slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, debt bondage, child labour, and human trafficking. This statement covers our activities for the relevant financial year and will be reviewed and updated annually.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Movers Notting Hill operates in the removals and relocation sector, providing moving, packing, storage, and associated services to residential and commercial customers. Our operations are supported by a range of suppliers, including vehicle and equipment providers, packaging materials suppliers, storage facilities, facility management services, and labour agencies.
We acknowledge that risks of modern slavery can arise at various points in these supply chains, particularly where temporary or agency labour is used, or where goods and materials are sourced from higher risk regions. Our aim is to identify, assess, and mitigate these risks through robust due diligence and ongoing monitoring.
Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery
Movers Notting Hill has a clear zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. We do not and will not knowingly engage with any organisation, contractor, or individual involved in modern slavery or any form of exploitation.
All employees, contractors, and suppliers are expected to act in line with this policy and our wider ethical standards. Breaches of this policy by employees may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal. Breaches by suppliers or contractors may result in contract termination and, where appropriate, reporting to relevant authorities.
Supplier Due Diligence and Audits
We are committed to working only with suppliers who share our values and comply with applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws. As part of our procurement and supplier management processes, we are implementing measures that include:
Conducting initial due diligence on new suppliers to assess their approach to modern slavery, including reviewing any available policies and public statements about labour practices.
Including contractual requirements that oblige suppliers to comply with all relevant modern slavery legislation, maintain fair working conditions, and cooperate with any compliance checks or audits conducted by Movers Notting Hill.
Undertaking periodic supplier audits or assessments, which may include questionnaires, documentation reviews, and, where appropriate, site visits to higher risk suppliers to verify working conditions and labour practices.
If a supplier is found to be non-compliant or unable to demonstrate adequate safeguards, Movers Notting Hill will take proportionate action, which may include requiring corrective action plans, suspension of new orders, or termination of the relationship.
Reporting Channels and Protection
We encourage all employees, workers within our supply chains, and other stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or unethical working practices connected with Movers Notting Hill. Concerns can be raised internally to management or through established reporting channels within the business.
Reports may include issues such as unfair recruitment fees, retention of passports or identity documents, restriction of movement, withholding of wages, unsafe or degrading working conditions, or the employment of individuals who appear to be under duress or coercion.
Movers Notting Hill is committed to ensuring that no person who raises a concern in good faith will suffer retaliation, disadvantage, or dismissal as a result of speaking up. All reports will be treated seriously, handled sensitively, and investigated promptly. Where appropriate, concerns may be escalated to external authorities.
Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement
We recognise that training and awareness are vital in identifying and preventing modern slavery. Movers Notting Hill is working to raise awareness of modern slavery risks among our employees, particularly those involved in recruitment, procurement, and supplier management.
We aim to provide guidance on recognising signs of exploitation and communicating the steps to take if concerns arise. Our expectations regarding ethical conduct and respect for human rights are reinforced through our internal policies and management practices.
Monitoring and Annual Review
Movers Notting Hill is committed to ongoing improvement in our approach to preventing modern slavery. We will monitor the effectiveness of our measures through periodic reviews of supplier performance, incident reports, and feedback from employees and stakeholders.
This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least once every financial year by senior management to ensure it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with legal requirements and best practice. Any necessary updates to our policies, procedures, or supplier requirements will be implemented as part of this review process.
By publishing this statement, Movers Notting Hill reaffirms its commitment to conducting business responsibly, protecting vulnerable individuals, and contributing to the global effort to eradicate modern slavery and human trafficking in all their forms.
