Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement for House Clearance Experts

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the commitment of House Clearance Experts and allied home clearance professionals to prevent slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. As a leading house clearance specialist organisation, we recognise the responsibility we have to ensure that our teams, subcontractors and supply chain operate ethically and transparently. Our aim is to uphold the highest standards across house clearance services and to make clear our expectations of everyone we work with.

We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery in any form. This means that any evidence of forced labour, human trafficking or related exploitation will result in immediate action, which may include termination of contracts and reporting to the relevant authorities. Our zero-tolerance approach is embedded in procurement, recruitment and daily operations performed by our house-clearance experts and clearance teams.

The scope of this statement covers our direct employees, contractors and the broader supplier network that supports our house clearance services. Key elements of our approach include:

• Regular supplier audits and due diligence
• Clear reporting channels for concerns
• Annual review and continuous improvement of policies

Policies, Due Diligence and Risk Assessment

Our policies are designed to reduce risk across the supply chain. We conduct due diligence on new suppliers and partners, and we maintain ongoing assessments of existing contractors. This includes checks on employment practices, right to work documentation and verification of ethical standards among suppliers used by the house clearance company. We apply proportionate measures based on risk, geography and the nature of the service provided.

Supplier audits are a cornerstone of our preventive work. We use a combination of self-assessment questionnaires, documentary review and, where necessary, on-site inspections to evaluate compliance with our anti-slavery expectations. Audits focus on labour practices, subcontracting arrangements and the traceability of labour used in clearance operations. Where issues are identified, we require corrective action plans and follow-up audits to ensure remediation.

Training and Awareness

We provide regular training for our staff and subcontractors so they can recognise signs of exploitation and understand the steps to take. Training includes how to report concerns, indicators of trafficking, and the legal responsibilities of managers. Our training program is updated annually and tailored for teams working in home clearance, estate clearances, probate clearance and related services.

We maintain clear reporting channels for anyone who suspects modern slavery in our operations or supply chain. Reports can be made through confidential internal mechanisms and are investigated by a designated compliance team. All reports are treated seriously and promptly assessed. Whistleblowers are protected; reprisals are not tolerated. This reporting framework supports transparency and strengthens trust in our house clearance specialists.

Remediation and enforcement measures form part of our response strategy. Where breaches are found, we work with suppliers to implement corrective measures, escalate contractual consequences when necessary, and terminate relationships if satisfactory improvement is not achieved. Our actions prioritise the welfare of affected individuals and seek to ensure that exploitation is addressed swiftly and effectively.

Governance of our anti-slavery approach includes an annual review of policies, audit findings and training outcomes. Senior leadership receives a yearly report that summarises risk exposure, audit results, incidents and improvements. The annual review ensures that our modern slavery statement remains current, robust and aligned with best practice, and that our house clearance experts continue to lead by example.

In summary, our house clearance and home clearance experts are committed to reducing the risk of modern slavery through active prevention, supplier audits, accessible reporting channels and an annual review process that drives continuous improvement. We reaffirm our zero-tolerance stance and pledge to keep refining our approach to protect vulnerable people and uphold ethical standards across all house clearance activities.