Bayswater Removals Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Bayswater Removals has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. Bayswater Removals is committed to conducting business ethically, with integrity, and in full compliance with applicable laws relating to modern slavery and human rights.

Modern slavery is a crime and a serious violation of fundamental human rights. It can take various forms, including slavery, servitude, forced and compulsory labour, debt bondage and human trafficking, all of which have in common the deprivation of a person’s liberty for personal or commercial gain. Bayswater Removals fully supports efforts to eradicate these practices in the removals and logistics sector and beyond.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Bayswater Removals has a clear zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. We do not accept any form of exploitation within our own operations or in those of our business partners. This applies to all employees, agency workers, contractors, suppliers and any other parties acting on our behalf.

All business decisions are expected to reflect our commitment to fair treatment, decent working conditions and respect for human dignity. Any suspected breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter, may result in immediate termination of relationships and may be reported to relevant authorities where appropriate.

Our Supply Chain and Supplier Audits

Our supply chain includes providers of transport services, storage facilities, packing materials, equipment maintenance, facility services and other professional services. We recognise that these supply chains can present varying degrees of risk in terms of modern slavery, particularly where lower-skilled or temporary labour is involved.

To address these risks, Bayswater Removals undertakes proportionate due diligence and auditing of key suppliers. This includes assessing their policies on labour standards, working conditions, recruitment practices and use of subcontractors. We expect suppliers to be transparent about their own supply chains and to demonstrate clear commitments to preventing modern slavery.

Where appropriate, we conduct audits, either remotely or on site, to review compliance with our expectations. If any non-compliance or elevated risk is identified, we work with suppliers to agree corrective actions and timescales. Continued non-compliance or refusal to cooperate with our requirements may result in the suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Bayswater Removals encourages a culture where concerns about unethical behaviour, including potential modern slavery or human trafficking, can be raised without fear of retaliation. Employees, agency workers, contractors and suppliers are encouraged to report any concerns through internal reporting channels, such as line management or senior management, or through established whistleblowing procedures.

All reports are treated seriously and, where appropriate, investigated promptly and confidentially. We seek to protect anyone who raises a concern in good faith from detrimental treatment or victimisation. Where there is evidence of wrongdoing, we will take appropriate action, which may include disciplinary measures, changes in process, termination of contracts, and, where necessary, escalation to law enforcement or regulatory bodies.

Training, Awareness and Continuous Improvement

To support effective implementation of this Statement, Bayswater Removals provides relevant training and guidance to managers and employees, especially those involved in recruitment, procurement and supplier management. The aim of this training is to increase awareness of the signs of modern slavery, explain how to respond to concerns and reinforce our zero-tolerance expectations.

We are committed to continuous improvement in our approach to tackling modern slavery. This includes periodically reviewing our risk assessments, due diligence procedures, supplier standards and training materials to ensure they remain effective and appropriate for our evolving business and supply chains.

Governance and Annual Review

This Modern Slavery Statement is approved by the senior management of Bayswater Removals, who have overall responsibility for ensuring that our policies and practices are effective in identifying and mitigating the risk of modern slavery. Implementation is supported by relevant operational teams, including those responsible for human resources, procurement, operations and compliance.

We review this Statement at least once every year to assess its adequacy, reflect on developments in best practice and respond to any new or emerging risks. Updates are made where necessary to strengthen our controls, clarify responsibilities or incorporate lessons learned from audits, investigations or stakeholder feedback. By maintaining this cycle of review and improvement, Bayswater Removals aims to uphold high ethical standards and contribute to the broader effort to eliminate modern slavery and human trafficking from our industry.