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1. Our Organizational Structure and Supply Chain

As a provider of nationwide relocation and storage services, our supply chain includes various third-party partners, including vehicle maintenance providers, packing material suppliers, and specialized storage facilities. We recognize that while our direct operations are based in the UK, our supply chain may have global reaches, and we remain vigilant in assessing risks associated with these partnerships.

2. Policies on Slavery and Human Trafficking

We are committed to acting ethically in all our business relationships. Our Modern Slavery Policy reflects our promise to:
  • Comply with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and all relevant employment legislation.
  • Implement and enforce effective systems to ensure slavery and human trafficking are not taking place anywhere in our business.
  • Protect whistleblowers who raise concerns about unethical practices within our operations or supply chain.

3. Due Diligence Processes

To identify and mitigate risk, Bestway Relocation Ltd follows a rigorous due diligence framework:
  • Vetting Procedures: We conduct thorough background checks during our recruitment process to ensure all employees have the legal right to work and are not subject to coercion.
  • Supplier Assessments: We expect our suppliers to adhere to the same high standards we set for ourselves. We evaluate key suppliers on their own ethical policies before entering into long-term agreements.
  • Audits: We periodically review our internal processes and supply chain relationships to ensure continued compliance with our ethical standards.

4. Risk Assessment and Management

We identify the primary risks of modern slavery in the removals industry as occurring within sub-contracted labor and global logistics. To manage these risks:
  • We prioritize the use of our own uniformed, permanent staff for relocations.
  • Where sub-contractors are necessary, they are subject to strict contractual obligations regarding fair pay and worker treatment.

5. Training and Awareness

We believe that awareness is the first line of defense against exploitation. All management and staff involved in recruitment and procurement receive guidance on:
  • Identifying the signs of modern slavery and human trafficking.
  • The procedure for reporting suspected cases within the supply chain.
  • The importance of fair labor practices as a core Bestway Relocation value.

6. Monitoring Effectiveness

We use the following key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure our effectiveness in ensuring that slavery and human trafficking are not taking place:
  • Completion of mandatory right-to-work checks for all new hires.
  • Regular reviews of supplier contracts and their alignment with our Modern Slavery Statement.
  • Zero reports of slavery or human trafficking concerns from employees or third parties.

Approval of this Statement This statement is made pursuant to section 54(1) of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and constitutes Bestway Relocation Ltd’s slavery and human trafficking statement for the current financial year.