Holloway Removals Modern Slavery Statement

Holloway Removals is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our approach to identifying, minimizing and eradicating slavery and forced labour risks within our business and supply chain. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of exploitation and expect the same high standards from all contractors and partners.

We publish this anti-slavery and trafficking policy to be transparent about the steps we take. Our leadership team endorses an organization-wide culture that prioritizes respect for human rights, fair employment, and supplier integrity. The commitment is reinforced in staff training and procurement procedures to ensure everyone understands their role in preventing exploitation.

Scope and key principles

This modern slavery policy covers Holloway Removals' direct employees, temporary labour, subcontractors and suppliers. We assess risks across relocation, storage and logistics services and apply a risk-based approach to due diligence. Our guiding principles include accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement to prevent, detect and respond to any incidents of slavery or human trafficking.

Zero-tolerance position

We operate a zero-tolerance policy for slavery and forced labour. Any employee or supplier found to be engaging in, facilitating or failing to remediate modern slavery will face decisive action, including termination of contracts and referral to law enforcement where appropriate. Managers are required to report concerns immediately and to act without fear of reprisal.

Our internal controls include mandatory onboarding checks, employment verification, fair wage monitoring and clear contractual clauses that prohibit worker exploitation. We use training modules and regular briefings to ensure our teams recognise signs of abuse, coercion or deceptive recruitment practices and know how to escalate concerns.

Supplier engagement and supplier audits

We expect suppliers and partners to meet our standards on labour rights. As part of supplier management we conduct periodic supplier audits, due diligence checks and require written confirmation of compliance with our anti-slavery terms. Audit findings prompt corrective action plans and ongoing monitoring. In high-risk areas we perform on-site assessments, document reviews and worker interviews to verify working conditions and recruitment practices.

We maintain a supplier code of conduct that outlines acceptable practices on working hours, recruitment fees, freedom of movement and grievance mechanisms. Suppliers must demonstrate robust processes to prevent bonded or child labour and to ensure recruitment is voluntary and fairly paid. Non-compliant suppliers are subject to escalation, remediation timelines or contract termination.

Reporting channels are available for employees, subcontractors and third parties to raise concerns confidentially. We operate multiple reporting routes including anonymous whistleblowing mechanisms and direct reporting lines to senior management. Reports are taken seriously, handled sensitively and investigated promptly. Protection from retaliation is guaranteed for those who raise genuine concerns.

Annual review and continual improvement Holloway Removals conducts an annual review of this anti-slavery statement and our procedures to ensure effectiveness and relevance. The review evaluates policy implementation, training uptake, audit outcomes and any incidents or near-misses. Findings drive improvements in procurement practices, risk assessments and supplier management, and are reported to the executive team to ensure sustained focus and resources.