Modern Slavery Statement — House Clearance Surrey Commitment

House Clearance Surrey is committed to ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking do not take place in any part of our business or supply chain. This statement sets out our zero-tolerance stance, the steps we take to assess and manage risk, and how we require compliance from contractors and partners that support our Surrey house clearance operations. We recognise our responsibility to protect vulnerable workers and to operate ethically across all services, including house clearance in Surrey projects and related waste management activities.

We apply a zero-tolerance policy to any form of forced labour, child labour or human trafficking. Our policies require that all colleagues and subcontractors understand that exploitation is unacceptable. We train staff to spot signs of exploitation and to act. Every contract includes clauses that prohibit slavery and human trafficking, and we reserve the right to terminate agreements where breaches occur.

To make these commitments tangible we operate clear procedures to identify and mitigate risks. Key elements include:

• Zero-tolerance enforcement across our estate and during clearance operations.
• Regular supplier audits and supplier due diligence specific to house clearance supply chains.
• Accessible reporting channels for concerns about modern slavery.
• Annual review of policies and corrective action plans.

Supply Chain Management and Auditing

Our procurement process for house clearance services in Surrey includes risk-based checks on suppliers, contractors and waste carriers. We require evidence of labour standards compliance, right-to-work documentation where appropriate, and transparent sub-contracting arrangements. Where suppliers operate in higher-risk sectors, we conduct enhanced due diligence and background checks.

We carry out systematic supplier audits that combine document review and on-site inspections when necessary. Audits evaluate payroll practices, recruitment fees, worker contracts, and accommodation arrangements if applicable. If an audit raises concerns, we implement an improvement plan with clear deadlines and escalate persistent non-compliance to contract termination. These supplier audits reinforce our role as a responsible Surrey clearance operator and support continual improvement.

We include expectations in our contracts and purchase orders that all suppliers must adhere to modern slavery laws and our internal standards. Failure to comply will lead to remediation actions or termination. Our procurement team is trained to incorporate social risk assessment into supplier selection for both large-scale and small-scale house clearances throughout the county.

Reporting, Whistleblowing and Annual Review

We maintain secure and confidential reporting channels so employees, subcontractors and third parties can raise concerns about exploitation or unethical behaviour. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and, where appropriate, referred to enforcement agencies. We do not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises a genuine concern in good faith.

Our governance framework requires that the board reviews modern slavery risks and compliance performance regularly. We measure compliance using audit results, incident reports, corrective actions completed and supplier risk scores. These indicators help direct resources to areas of greatest vulnerability within the house clearance and transfer processes across Surrey.

This statement will be reviewed at least annually to ensure it remains effective and aligned with evolving legal and ethical expectations. The annual review includes policy updates, refreshed training, analysis of audit outcomes, and the setting of measurable targets to reduce risk. We continue to strengthen our processes so that every aspect of houseclearance services in Surrey reflects our commitment to preventing modern slavery and protecting human dignity.