Sutton Removals Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Sutton Removals has taken, and will continue to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to act ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships and to put effective systems and controls in place to safeguard against any form of modern slavery.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Sutton Removals operates a clear zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and the exploitation of vulnerable individuals. We are committed to ensuring that all work is voluntary, fairly compensated, and carried out in safe conditions, and that every person is treated with dignity and respect.

We expect the same high standards from all parties we work with. This includes employees, subcontractors, agency workers, suppliers, and any other third parties engaged in our services. Any breach or suspected breach of our zero-tolerance policy will be treated as a serious matter and may result in termination of contracts or working relationships.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Sutton Removals provides removals, storage, and related services to a wide range of customers. Our supply chains include transportation providers, equipment and packaging suppliers, facility and property services, and various professional and support services.

We recognise that certain areas of our supply chain may present a higher risk of exploitation, particularly where temporary labour, subcontracted services, or international sourcing of goods is involved. We are working to identify, assess, and manage these risks in a structured and ongoing manner.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We are committed to working only with suppliers and partners who share our values and comply with all applicable laws on modern slavery and human rights. As part of this commitment, Sutton Removals:

Requires suppliers to confirm that they prohibit forced labour, child labour, and human trafficking in their operations and supply chains.

Assesses new suppliers on their ethical and labour standards, including their own modern slavery policies and practices, as part of our onboarding process.

Conducts risk-based supplier audits to verify compliance with our expectations and to identify any potential indicators of modern slavery or exploitation. These audits may include document reviews, site visits, and worker interviews, where appropriate.

Reserves the right to take corrective action, including suspension or termination of a relationship, where a supplier fails to meet our standards or refuses to take remedial steps.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Sutton Removals encourages anyone connected to our business, including employees, subcontractors, agency workers, and suppliers, to report concerns about modern slavery, exploitation, or unethical practices without fear of retaliation.

Concerns can be raised through internal management channels or directly to senior leadership. Reports will be handled sensitively and, where possible, confidentially. We will investigate all reports promptly and thoroughly, and take appropriate action where issues are identified.

We are committed to protecting individuals who raise concerns in good faith from any form of victimisation or disadvantage as a result of speaking up.

Training and Awareness

We provide training and guidance to relevant staff to help them identify signs of modern slavery and understand the procedures for raising concerns. This includes managers, recruitment personnel, and staff responsible for procurement and supplier management.

Our objective is to build a culture of awareness and responsibility, so that modern slavery risks are recognised and addressed at every level of the organisation.

Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery rests with the senior management team at Sutton Removals. They are accountable for ensuring that appropriate policies, controls, and due diligence processes are in place and remain effective.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed on an annual basis to reflect any changes in our business, risk profile, legal obligations, or best practice standards. As part of the annual review, we evaluate the effectiveness of our actions, update our risk assessments, and identify opportunities for improvement in our prevention and detection measures.

By publishing this statement, Sutton Removals reaffirms its commitment to combating modern slavery and human trafficking, and to conducting business in a way that respects and promotes human rights across all of our operations and supply chains.