Modern Slavery Statement for Harrow Removals
Harrow Removals is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and in full respect of human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and all forms of exploitation within our business and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can affect many sectors, including transport, warehousing, cleaning, packaging, and outsourced services. Our approach is based on prevention, vigilance, and accountability.
As a removals company, we understand that our operations rely on people, vehicles, materials, and third-party services. For that reason, we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of modern slavery or labour abuse. This applies to our employees, contractors, agency workers, and suppliers. We expect everyone who works with Harrow Removals to uphold the same standards and to act with integrity at all times.
We are committed to identifying and reducing risks through regular due diligence and responsible procurement. When assessing a supplier, we consider the nature of the service, the location of operations, labour practices, and the extent of subcontracting. Our Harrow Removals modern slavery policy requires suppliers to confirm that they comply with applicable labour laws and that they do not use forced, bonded, or child labour. Where higher risks are identified, we apply enhanced checks and request additional evidence of compliance.
Supplier management is a key part of this statement. We carry out supplier audits and reviews to monitor labour standards and to ensure that expectations are understood and met. These audits may include document checks, workforce questionnaires, declarations, and follow-up assessments where needed. If concerns are raised, we investigate promptly and take corrective action. Where a supplier fails to meet our standards, we may suspend or end the relationship.
Reporting channels are in place so that employees, agency staff, and suppliers can raise concerns safely and without fear of retaliation. Any suspicion of exploitation, coercion, unsafe working conditions, or unethical recruitment practices should be reported immediately through our internal management procedures. We encourage open reporting and support a culture in which concerns are taken seriously, investigated confidentially, and addressed quickly. This helps ensure that our Harrow Removals anti-slavery commitment remains active in day-to-day practice.
Training and awareness are essential to our prevention strategy. Staff involved in hiring, procurement, operations, and supplier management receive guidance on recognising warning signs of modern slavery and understanding how to respond appropriately. This includes indicators such as unusual worker dependence, restricted freedom of movement, withheld documents, or unexplained wage deductions. By strengthening awareness, Harrow Removals improves its ability to identify risks early and protect vulnerable individuals.
Our internal governance supports this statement through clear responsibility at management level. Senior leaders review modern slavery risks, oversee compliance actions, and ensure that policies remain effective. We expect managers to lead by example and to reinforce ethical behaviour across the business. The Harrow Removals statement is not a symbolic document; it is part of our operating standards and our commitment to lawful, fair, and respectful employment.
We also recognise that modern slavery risks can change over time. New suppliers, changing labour markets, and different service arrangements may create fresh exposure. For that reason, we review our approach annually and update our controls where necessary. The annual review considers audit outcomes, reported concerns, supplier performance, and any developments in legislation or best practice. This ongoing review helps us ensure that our controls remain practical, proportionate, and effective.
Harrow Removals will continue to strengthen its safeguards against exploitation and to promote ethical standards throughout its operations. We believe that every worker deserves dignity, fair treatment, and the right to work free from abuse. Through our zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, reporting channels, and annual review process, we aim to uphold a responsible modern slavery prevention framework that supports a safer and more ethical supply chain.