Modern Slavery Statement for Removals Swisscottage
Removals Swisscottage is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Swiss Cottage removals services to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that these abuses can occur in many forms and in many sectors, and we maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any practice that undermines dignity, freedom, or lawful employment.
Our policy applies to all staff, contractors, and suppliers engaged in the delivery of removal services in Swisscottage. Every person working on behalf of the company is expected to uphold fair treatment, lawful working conditions, and ethical conduct. We do not tolerate child labour, debt bondage, withheld wages, excessive working hours, or coercive recruitment. These standards are embedded in our internal procedures and are communicated clearly at the start of every business relationship.
As part of our commitment to responsible business, Removals Swisscottage completes risk-based due diligence on suppliers and subcontractors. 
This process includes reviewing employment practices, right-to-work checks, wage arrangements, and evidence of compliance with relevant labour laws. Where higher-risk indicators are identified, we require additional assurance, request supporting documents, and may pause or end the relationship if concerns are not resolved. Our aim is to reduce risk proactively rather than react after harm has occurred.
We also maintain clear reporting channels so that concerns can be raised safely and without fear of retaliation. Any employee, supplier, or third party who suspects exploitation may report it through internal management routes or designated safeguarding procedures. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and escalated where necessary. Confidentiality is respected wherever possible, and all concerns are handled in line with our duty to protect individuals from further harm.
Training forms another key part of our approach. Managers and operational staff receive guidance on recognising warning signs such as restricted movement, poor accommodation, document retention, intimidation, or inconsistent pay practices. We expect our team to remain alert to indicators of modern slavery in removals operations and to act immediately if anything appears unusual. Awareness helps us protect workers, strengthen compliance, and uphold the standards that define ethical service delivery.
Our supplier code of conduct requires all partners to follow the same principles of lawful employment, fair treatment, and responsible recruitment. Before onboarding, we assess whether suppliers can demonstrate suitable controls in place to prevent exploitation. During the relationship, supplier audits may be carried out on a scheduled or unannounced basis, depending on the level of risk. 
These audits may examine payroll records, contracts, subcontracting chains, and worker welfare arrangements to confirm that expectations are being met.
Where non-compliance is found, we will require corrective action with clear deadlines and evidence of improvement. If a supplier fails to address serious issues, we will not continue the relationship. This stance reflects our zero-tolerance policy and our belief that ethical standards are not optional. We prefer to work with partners who share our commitment to lawful, humane, and transparent practices across the Swisscottage removals sector.
We understand that risk management is an ongoing responsibility. For that reason, this statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, current, and aligned with changes in legislation, industry practice, and our own operations. The review considers reported concerns, audit outcomes, supplier performance, and any lessons learned during the year. 
Where improvements are needed, we update procedures, strengthen controls, and reinforce training so that our approach continues to evolve.
Removals Swisscottage is committed to continuous improvement and to promoting a workplace and supply chain built on respect. By combining due diligence, reporting mechanisms, supplier oversight, and annual review, we aim to ensure that our Removals Swisscottage modern slavery statement remains practical and meaningful. Our objective is simple: to protect people, uphold the law, and conduct business responsibly at every stage of our operations.