Modern Slavery Statement — House Clearance Brimsdown

House Clearance Brimsdown operates with a clear and unequivocal commitment to preventing modern slavery in all aspects of our operations and supply chains. This statement sets out our zero-tolerance approach to forced labour, human trafficking and any form of exploitation. As a local house clearance Brimsdown service, we recognise our responsibility to ensure that people engaged by us or our partners are treated fairly and ethically.

We maintain a zero-tolerance policy which applies to every employee, contractor and supplier we work with. Our policy is explicit: any evidence of slavery, forced labour or severe exploitation will result in immediate action, up to and including termination of contracts and referral to the relevant authorities. The policy is communicated regularly through training and our internal code of conduct, and it is reinforced by management at every level.

Our procurement and due diligence processes require that every supplier to our Brimsdown house clearance operations declare their compliance with anti-slavery laws and standards. We carry out risk-based supplier assessments that consider geographic, industry and operational risk factors. Where risks are identified, we apply heightened scrutiny and demand remediation plans before engaging or continuing to engage with a supplier.

To make our expectations clear we embed contractual clauses in supplier agreements that mandate compliance with anti-slavery requirements, allow audits and require prompt notification of any suspected breaches. We also include the right to terminate contracts if suppliers fail to deliver on commitments to eradicate modern slavery from their operations. These measures strengthen transparency across the supply chain for our house-clearance in Brimsdown activities.

We conduct regular supplier audits and on-site inspections where necessary, using a mix of in-house checks and independent third-party assessments. Audits focus on employment practices, recruitment methods, wage payment, working hours and the use of recruitment agencies. We prioritise audits for suppliers operating in sectors or regions with higher inherent risks of exploitation.

Our compliance framework includes training for staff and contractors to recognise signs of modern slavery and to understand reporting channels. Training content is refreshed annually and tailored for roles within our Brimsdown house clearance teams. We believe empowered employees are a critical line of defence against exploitation.

We have established confidential reporting channels that are accessible to employees, contractors and third parties. Reports can be made anonymously and are treated seriously and promptly. All reports are investigated by our compliance team and escalated to senior management as required. We do not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises concerns in good faith.

Key elements of our process include:

• Clear procedures for receiving and investigating reports;
• Protection for whistleblowers and those who assist investigations;
• Corrective action plans and follow-up audits where issues are identified.

We will review and update this statement and our practices on an annual basis to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with evolving best practice and legal requirements. The annual review includes analysis of audit outcomes, incident reports and supplier performance, and drives updates to training, procurement criteria and contractual terms.