Modern Slavery Statement — House Clearance Crystal Palace Commitment

House Clearance Crystal Palace is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our business and supply chain. This statement sets out our approach to identifying, preventing and addressing risks of exploitation related to house clearance in Crystal Palace and surrounding areas. Our policy reflects a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, servitude or human trafficking and applies to all employees, contractors and partners.

We require all staff and contractors involved in Crystal Palace house clearance operations to complete appropriate training and to understand reporting channels. Our expectations are clear: workers must be employed fairly, paid correctly and treated with dignity. We use written contracts, verified identity checks and documented pay records to reduce risk. All recruitment and worker onboarding procedures are designed to minimise opportunities for exploitation.

To support these measures we maintain a practical supplier assurance programme for suppliers to our house clearing services in Crystal Palace. This includes a risk-based approach to procurement with enhanced due diligence for higher-risk suppliers. We carry out supplier onboarding checks, require self-declaration on labour practices and use site visits where appropriate to validate compliance.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Internal Controls

Our zero-tolerance policy is enforced through clear procedures, management oversight and disciplinary measures. Any staff member found to be involved in modern slavery will face immediate disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal. For subcontractors and third-party labour providers, breaches of our policy can lead to termination of contracts and remediation requirements. We maintain central records of compliance checks and corrective actions.

We operate a programme of supplier audits and assessments tailored to the scale and risk profile of suppliers supporting house clearance Crystal Palace work. Audits include documentation review, on-site inspections, interviews with staff and verification of working hours and pay records. Where issues are identified we require corrective action plans with deadlines and follow-up reviews.

Our procurement team maintains a list of high-risk categories and implements more frequent checks for those suppliers. We also encourage suppliers to provide their own anti-slavery statements and to cascade our standards through their own supply chains. Supplier audits are recorded and monitored centrally, with non-compliance escalated to senior management.

Reporting Channels, Support and Annual Review

We offer multiple confidential reporting channels for employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns about modern slavery in our operations or supply chain. Reports may be raised anonymously where permitted, and all reports are treated seriously and investigated promptly. Our procedures ensure that whistleblowers receive protection against retaliation and that alleged victims are referred to appropriate support services.

As part of our ongoing due diligence, we maintain an internal incident response protocol that outlines immediate steps, investigation procedures, remediation and stakeholder communication. We keep thorough records of investigations, outcomes and remedial actions. Transparency and continual improvement guide our approach to resolving issues.

This statement is reviewed at least annually by senior leadership and the board to ensure its effectiveness and to incorporate evolving legal, regulatory and sector best practice. Our annual review includes an assessment of risk, outcomes from supplier audits, training uptake, and any reported incidents. Where necessary, we update policies, strengthen controls and allocate resources to areas of highest risk.

We are committed to maintaining clear accountability for anti-slavery measures across our Crystal Palace house clearance business. Through staff training, supplier audits, robust reporting channels and an annual review cycle, House Clearance Crystal Palace seeks to prevent modern slavery and to act decisively should concerns arise. We expect partners and contractors to align with this commitment and to assist us in safeguarding vulnerable workers and maintaining ethical, lawful operations.