Modern Slavery Statement — House Clearance Hertford

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the commitments of House Clearance Hertford and associated Hertford house clearance teams to prevent slavery and human trafficking across our operations and supply chain. We recognise the responsibility to act ethically and transparently: our work as a house clearance company in Hertford, including house removing and debris clearance in Hertfordshire, exposes us to potential risks and we will not tolerate exploitation in any form.

Our policy applies to all employees, contractors and suppliers engaged by house clearing Hertford projects and is embedded into our operational procedures. We require that everybody who works on behalf of House Clearance Hertford complies with this statement. We will enforce a zero-tolerance approach to forced labour, debt bondage, unlawful restriction of movement and any practice that constitutes modern slavery.

We operate a clear zero-tolerance policy to modern slavery across all Hertford clearance operations. This policy is supported by robust vetting and recruitment standards, regular site checks and contractual obligations which require compliance with anti-slavery laws. All contractors and sub-contractors must adhere to our standards, and any breach will trigger disciplinary action, contract termination and referral to authorities where appropriate.

To ensure compliance we have established proportionate due diligence processes for procurement and supplier selection specifically tailored for house clearance and clearance services in Hertford. Our supplier risk assessment considers the nature of work, geography, labour intensity and third-party practices. We prioritise suppliers who demonstrate ethical labour practices and will remove or remediate suppliers that present unacceptable risks.

Supplier audits are a core part of our mitigation strategy. We conduct regular audits of key suppliers and sub-contractors, which include documentary checks, site visits and interviews with workers where feasible. Audit findings are documented and tracked to closure. For higher-risk suppliers we perform enhanced checks, require action plans and set deadlines for corrective measures.

Our supplier audit programme includes:

• Verification of employment records and right-to-work documentation for all individuals engaged on Hertford house clearance projects;
• Checks on pay, working hours and overtime to ensure fair compensation and lawful working conditions;
• On-site inspections and worker interviews to identify indicators of coercion or withheld documents;
• Follow-up audits and mandatory remediation plans for suppliers with identified non-compliance.

We maintain multiple secure reporting channels so that concerns related to slavery or trafficking can be raised safely and without fear of retaliation. These reporting channels include confidential reporting to line managers, an internal compliance mailbox accessible to our governance team, and an independent whistleblowing route for workers and third parties. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and handled with confidentiality and care.

Investigation and Remediation

When a report is received relating to potential modern slavery within House Clearance Hertford operations or among suppliers, our compliance team conducts a thorough investigation. Investigations are impartial and documented; they may involve suspension of the supplier, corrective action plans, and where necessary cooperation with law enforcement and labour authorities. Victim-centred remediation is prioritised, and we ensure support and protection for affected individuals.

Governance, Training and Annual Review

Our governance framework assigns responsibility for modern slavery compliance to senior management and a designated compliance officer. We provide regular training to staff and contractors involved in Hertford clearance services to raise awareness of modern slavery indicators and reporting procedures. The effectiveness of our policies, supplier audits and reporting channels is subject to an annual review, during which we assess performance, review risk assessments, update controls and set priorities for continuous improvement.