Modern Slavery Statement for Temple Removals

Temple Removals is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and with zero tolerance for modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and any form of exploitation. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent, detect, and respond to risks within our own operations and throughout our supply chain. As a removal company serving households and businesses, Temple Removals recognises that care, vigilance, and accountability are essential in protecting the rights and dignity of every worker involved in our services.

Our approach is guided by respect for human rights and a clear expectation that all employees, contractors, and suppliers uphold the same standards. Temple Removals applies strict recruitment and employment practices to ensure that workers are engaged voluntarily, are of legal working age, and receive fair terms and conditions. We do not knowingly work with any individual or organisation involved in coercion, debt bondage, or any practice that could enable modern slavery in the removals sector.

We understand that risks can arise in labour-intensive services, transportation, warehousing, packing, and subcontracted support functions. For this reason, our anti-slavery controls are designed to identify concerns early and escalate them appropriately. Every stage of our operations is reviewed with the aim of ensuring that the Temple Removals policy remains practical, effective, and firmly embedded in day-to-day decision-making.

Supplier Standards and Due Diligence

Temple Removals expects all suppliers to meet the same ethical standards that we apply to our own business. Before entering into new commercial relationships, we conduct due diligence checks that assess ownership, labour practices, worker protections, and potential exposure to exploitation. Where appropriate, suppliers are required to confirm compliance with our modern slavery requirements and to cooperate with further verification if concerns arise.

Supplier audits form a key part of our prevention strategy. These audits may be scheduled or risk-based and can include document reviews, interviews, site visits, and checks on payroll, right-to-work evidence, subcontracting arrangements, and worker accommodation where relevant. If a supplier is found to fall short of our expectations, we will require corrective action within a defined timeframe. In serious cases, we reserve the right to suspend or end the relationship.

We also monitor higher-risk areas of the supply chain, especially where labour may be supplied through agencies, subcontractors, or third-party logistics partners. Temple Removals places particular emphasis on understanding who is performing the work, how they are recruited, and whether they can leave employment freely. This helps us strengthen controls across the Temple Removals supply chain and reduce the likelihood of hidden exploitation.

Reporting, Investigation, and Training

Temple Removals encourages all employees, workers, and suppliers to report concerns at the earliest opportunity. Reporting channels are available through line management, senior leadership, and internal escalation routes designed to support confidentiality and timely investigation. Concerns may include signs of coercion, intimidation, withheld documents, restricted movement, suspicious recruitment fees, or any behaviour that suggests a person is not working freely.

We treat all reports seriously and investigate them promptly and proportionately. Where a concern is substantiated, we will take appropriate action, which may include safeguarding those affected, informing relevant authorities, improving controls, and strengthening monitoring across the relevant business area. Temple Removals will not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith.

Training plays an important role in making our anti-slavery commitments effective. Staff members with responsibilities in procurement, recruitment, operations, and supplier management receive guidance on how to identify warning signs and how to escalate issues. By building awareness across the organisation, the Temple Removals modern slavery framework supports better judgement, safer working practices, and more consistent compliance.

Governance and Annual Review

Temple Removals maintains oversight of this statement through senior management, who are responsible for reviewing risks, monitoring controls, and ensuring that action plans are implemented where needed. The effectiveness of our measures is considered through audits, incident reports, supplier feedback, and internal compliance checks. We aim to maintain a culture where ethical conduct is expected and where vigilance against exploitation is part of normal business practice.

This statement will be reviewed annually to ensure it remains current, relevant, and aligned with legislative requirements and operational changes. The annual review will consider the success of our supplier audits, the use of reporting channels, the outcome of investigations, and any emerging risks in the removals industry. Where improvements are identified, Temple Removals will update procedures, strengthen training, and refine oversight measures accordingly.

By maintaining a proactive and evidence-based approach, Temple Removals aims to prevent modern slavery in all forms and to promote fair treatment throughout our organisation and supply chain. We believe that responsible business practice is not only a legal duty, but also a fundamental part of delivering trusted removal services with integrity and respect.