Modern Slavery Statement for Netherlands Removals
Netherlands Removals is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and exploitation in our operations and supply chains. As a responsible removals company, we recognise that ethical conduct is essential to the trust placed in us by customers, colleagues, and business partners.
Our zero-tolerance policy applies to every part of the organisation. We do not tolerate any form of slavery or exploitation within our workforce, among contractors, or in the supply chain supporting our Netherlands removals services. All individuals working on our behalf must be treated with dignity, paid fairly, and allowed to work freely without coercion, intimidation, or abuse. We expect the same standards from every supplier and subcontractor.
We are committed to identifying, preventing, and addressing risks through a proactive compliance approach. This includes risk-based due diligence, staff awareness, and ongoing monitoring of third-party relationships. By strengthening our internal controls and promoting ethical decision-making, Netherlands Removals aims to ensure that our removals operations in the Netherlands are not linked to exploitative practices.
Our supplier management process is designed to reduce the risk of modern slavery throughout the procurement cycle. Before onboarding, suppliers are assessed against our ethical standards, labour expectations, and business conduct requirements. Higher-risk suppliers may be subject to enhanced checks, including document reviews, site visits, and follow-up questions about recruitment practices, wages, working hours, and worker welfare.
Supplier audits are a key part of our oversight framework. These audits may be scheduled or unannounced, depending on the level of risk and the nature of the relationship. Where concerns are identified, we expect immediate corrective action and may require a written improvement plan. If a supplier is unwilling or unable to meet our standards, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate the relationship.
We also ensure that our purchasing decisions support responsible sourcing. In practice, this means selecting partners who demonstrate transparency, lawful employment practices, and respect for human rights. Our modern slavery approach extends across transport providers, labour agencies, cleaning contractors, and any external service providers contributing to the Netherlands Removals business.
Training and awareness are central to our prevention strategy. Employees involved in hiring, procurement, operations, and supplier management receive guidance on recognising warning signs such as restricted movement, withheld documents, unpaid work, or signs of coercion. This helps create a culture where concerns are identified early and acted upon appropriately.
We encourage speaking up without fear of retaliation. Our reporting channels enable employees, contractors, and other stakeholders to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery, unethical labour conditions, or breaches of our standards. Reports are handled sensitively, investigated promptly, and escalated where necessary. We treat every concern seriously and aim to protect the anonymity and safety of those who report in good faith.
Where a case is substantiated, we take decisive remedial action. This may include stopping work, engaging with the affected supplier, supporting impacted workers, and notifying the appropriate authorities if required. Netherlands removals compliance is not only about policy; it is about practical action, accountability, and continuous improvement across the business.
We review the effectiveness of our controls through regular management oversight and formal governance processes. Our internal checks consider supplier performance, audit outcomes, training completion, and the number and nature of reported concerns. This helps us measure progress and identify areas where our safeguards can be strengthened.
Each year, we conduct an annual review of this statement and our broader anti-slavery measures. The review considers changes in legislation, industry risk, procurement activity, and lessons learned from audits or incidents. Based on that assessment, we update policies, procedures, and training to ensure our approach remains current and effective.
Netherlands Removals is committed to continuous improvement and to maintaining a supply chain free from exploitation. Our modern slavery commitments are embedded in how we recruit, purchase, operate, and govern. We will continue to review our risks, reinforce our controls, and uphold the principles of respect, transparency, and accountability in every aspect of our Netherlands removals service.