Modern Slavery Statement — House Clearance Shepherds Bush

House Clearance Shepherds Bush is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. This Modern Slavery Statement explains our approach to ensuring that our services, suppliers and sub-contractors operate to the highest standards of integrity and respect for human rights. We set out the steps we take to reduce risk and the mechanisms we use to monitor compliance across the business and supply chain.

We operate with a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, exploitation or involuntary servitude. Our procurement, recruitment and operational procedures are designed to identify and eliminate the risk of modern slavery in our activities. As a local provider of house clearance in Shepherds Bush and surrounding areas, we recognise our responsibility to uphold workers’ rights and to act swiftly where concerns arise.

Our commitment covers both direct staff and third parties engaged in the provision of clearance services, waste removal, storage and any ancillary support. We carry out risk assessments to identify areas where exploitation might occur and implement proportionate controls. This applies to staff engaged by our Shepherds Bush house clearance teams as well as to affiliated contractors and suppliers who provide goods and services to our operations.

Due Diligence and Supplier Assurance

We undertake comprehensive due diligence of our supply chain. Our supplier onboarding process requires contractual assurances that no modern slavery practices are used. We perform background checks where appropriate and maintain documented evidence that suppliers understand and accept our standards. Our procedures are continually refined to reflect emerging risks and regulatory expectations.

Key elements of our supplier assurance include:

• Contract clauses requiring compliance with anti-slavery laws and the right to audit.
• Supplier questionnaires to assess labour practices and subcontracting arrangements.
• Verification checks on labour providers and sub-contractors used in house-clearance Shepherds Bush projects.

We apply a risk-based approach: suppliers operating in higher-risk sectors or jurisdictions undergo enhanced scrutiny. Where risks are identified, we work with partners to agree corrective actions and timelines. Where remediation is not feasible, we will suspend or terminate relationships to protect workers and uphold our principles.

To support transparency we conduct regular supplier audits and site visits. Audits examine employment records, working conditions, recruitment fees, and subcontracting arrangements. Findings are documented and acted upon with a focus on remediation and continuous improvement. Our audit programme is tailored to provide practical oversight of those parts of the supply chain that pose the greatest risk.

We provide multiple reporting channels to enable workers, clients and third parties to raise concerns confidentially. These include anonymous reporting options and clearly defined escalation pathways within the company. Every report is taken seriously, investigated promptly and appropriate action is taken to protect individuals and address systemic issues. Whistleblowers are protected from retaliation in accordance with our internal policies.

Training and awareness are central to prevention. Staff involved in Shepherds Bush house clearance operations receive regular training on recognising signs of exploitation, correct recruitment practices and how to use reporting channels. We also brief suppliers on our expectations and provide resources to help them meet required standards.