Modern Slavery Statement for France Removals

France Removals is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken to prevent slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and all forms of exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that the removals and logistics sector can involve multiple contractors, temporary workers, transport providers, and service partners, which increases the importance of vigilant oversight. Our zero-tolerance policy applies across every part of our business, and it is reinforced through internal controls, supplier management, and staff awareness.

We understand that modern slavery can affect individuals in hidden and complex ways. For that reason, France Removals uses a risk-based approach to identify and address vulnerabilities in our operations, subcontracting arrangements, and procurement practices. All managers and employees are expected to act with care, professionalism, and accountability when engaging suppliers or overseeing third-party activity. We do not accept any arrangement that knowingly benefits from exploitation, underpayment, deception, coercion, or unlawful restriction of movement.

Our Commitment and Governance

France Removals maintains internal standards that require lawful employment, fair treatment, and proper documentation for workers engaged directly or indirectly in our services. In the middle of our governance framework is a clear responsibility structure: senior management approves policy, operational leads monitor compliance, and relevant teams are trained to recognise signs of abuse. Where concerns arise, they are escalated immediately so that appropriate action can be taken without delay. We also review labour practices in high-risk areas such as subcontracted transport, temporary labour, and seasonal support roles.

Supplier due diligence is central to our prevention strategy. Before entering into new arrangements, we assess suppliers for their labour standards, legal compliance, ownership structure, and capacity to meet our expectations. Existing suppliers may be subject to supplier audits, document checks, and periodic reviews to verify that workers are treated fairly and that wages, working hours, and living conditions comply with applicable law. If a supplier fails to meet our standards, we will require corrective action, suspend the relationship, or terminate it where necessary.

We expect all suppliers to uphold the same principles that guide France Removals. Contracts and purchasing terms reflect our expectations regarding ethical recruitment, identity document retention, child labour prohibition, and freedom from intimidation or debt bondage. In addition, we encourage suppliers to cascade these commitments to their own subcontractors. This layered approach helps reduce risk throughout the supply chain and ensures that our France removals services are delivered responsibly.

Reporting and Escalation

France Removals provides clear reporting channels so employees, contractors, and suppliers can raise concerns if they suspect modern slavery or related misconduct. Reports may be made through internal management routes or designated compliance procedures, and all concerns are treated seriously and confidentially where possible. We do not tolerate retaliation against anyone who speaks up in good faith. Where allegations are substantiated, we will take decisive action, which may include investigation, remediation, referral to authorities, or ending a commercial relationship.

Training is part of our preventive work. Relevant staff receive guidance on recognising indicators such as unexplained control over workers, inconsistent identity records, excessive recruitment fees, restricted movement, or signs of fear and dependency. This helps employees involved in France Removals operations identify risk early and respond appropriately. Training also supports better procurement decisions by ensuring that ethical concerns are considered alongside price, quality, and delivery performance.

To strengthen accountability, we monitor our policies and procedures across the business. Where weaknesses are identified, we implement corrective measures and track progress to completion. This includes updating internal controls, improving supplier oversight, and refreshing awareness materials. By combining prevention, detection, and response, our France removal business aims to create a working environment that protects dignity and human rights at every stage of service delivery.

Annual review is a key part of our commitment. This statement and the associated controls are reviewed at least once every year to ensure they remain effective, relevant, and aligned with legal expectations and operational realities. The review considers audit findings, incident reports, supplier performance, training outcomes, and any changes in risk exposure. When improvements are needed, they are incorporated into the next cycle of action planning so that our anti-slavery measures continue to strengthen over time.