House Clearance Thornton Heath - Modern Slavery Statement

House Clearance Thornton Heath maintains a clear and uncompromising stance on forced labour, human trafficking and all forms of modern slavery. This statement sets out our policies and the practical steps we take to ensure that our Thornton Heath house clearance operations and supply chain are free from exploitation. We operate with a zero-tolerance policy toward any behaviour that breaches human rights and labour standards.

Our commitment as a local Thornton Heath clearance service includes ongoing staff training, risk assessment procedures and explicit contract clauses that prohibit forced labour. All employees are made aware of their rights and the channels available to raise concerns. We emphasise dignity and respect in every aspect of house clearance and associated recycling activities.

We make sure that ethical practice is embedded into procurement for our house clearance in Thornton Heath. Suppliers and contractors are required to comply with our anti-slavery provisions. Failure to meet these standards may result in suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Expectations

Our zero-tolerance policy means we will not tolerate any form of modern slavery in our operations or supply chain. We require all partners to:

• Provide clear evidence of lawful employment practices.
• Maintain transparent payroll and working hour records.
• Ensure safe working conditions and voluntary employment.

To support these outcomes, we use pre-contract checks and standard contractual warranties. We also run awareness sessions for self-employed contractors and labour hire providers who assist with clearances, emphasising that any hint of coercion, withholding identity documents or restricted freedom of movement will be investigated and acted upon.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

We carry out proportionate and risk-based supplier audits. These include documentation review, site visits when appropriate and interviews with personnel where necessary. Our due diligence approach to Thornton Heath house clearance suppliers is tailored to the size, location and nature of the services provided.

Audit findings are categorised and remediated through corrective action plans. Severe breaches trigger suspension and potential termination. We prioritise suppliers who demonstrably uphold ethical labour standards and support continuous improvement across the supply chain.

As part of procurement checks we include a set of mandatory requirements: proof of identity verification processes, transparent subcontracting records and assurances that recruitment fees are not charged to workers. These measures reduce the risk of exploitation in both primary suppliers and subcontract networks.

Reporting channels are essential for early detection. Employees, contractors and members of the public can report concerns through internal hotlines and anonymous reporting mechanisms. We treat every report as confidential and ensure it is investigated promptly and fairly.

All allegations are logged, risk-assessed and, where appropriate, escalated to relevant authorities and specialist support organisations. We also offer protection against retaliation for whistleblowers and provide access to welfare support when needed.

Annual review: We pledge to review this Modern Slavery Statement at least once a year. The annual review includes assessing policy effectiveness, audit outcomes, training reach and any new risks identified through our Thornton Heath clearance projects. The review process informs updates to contracts, supplier engagement and staff training materials.

Our aim is to continuously strengthen safeguards across our house clearance Thornton Heath activities. We will refine supplier audit protocols, expand targeted training and enhance reporting accessibility. Through these steps, we seek to prevent modern slavery, respond effectively to concerns and foster an ethical, transparent service for the local community.

We expect every team member and partner to uphold these commitments. The combined approach of strict policies, active audits, secure reporting channels and regular annual review ensures our Thornton Heath house clearance operations remain free from exploitation and aligned with best practice in human rights due diligence.

Signed on behalf of the organisation — this statement represents our ongoing pledge to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our business.