Modern Slavery Statement — Hampstead Heath House Clearance

Hampstead Heath House Clearance is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms across our operations. This zero-tolerance policy extends to every aspect of our work in house clearances, removals and property clearance services in the Hampstead Heath area and beyond. We recognise our responsibility to maintain ethical supply chains and to take prompt action where risks are identified. Our statement sets out how Hampstead Heath house clearance manages risks, enforces standards and promotes ethical employment practices.

We implement a clear zero-tolerance policy toward any form of forced labour, debt bondage, involuntary servitude or human trafficking within our business and among our suppliers. All staff and contractors are required to adhere to our code of conduct which explicitly forbids exploitative practices. Employment checks, payslip verification and right-to-work checks form part of our on-boarding process for direct workers and subcontractors involved in property clearance operations. Hampstead Heath clearance is committed to transparency and expects the same standards from all third parties.

Our due diligence procedures for suppliers and subcontractors are robust and proportionate to the risk profile of the service. We perform supplier vetting prior to engagement and update risk assessments regularly. Contracts contain clauses requiring compliance with anti-modern slavery legislation and permit audits and inspections. If concerns are raised, we will suspend relationships pending investigation and take contractual remedies where necessary to protect vulnerable workers and uphold our ethical standards in all house clearances and clearance projects.

We operate an active programme of supplier audits and monitoring. Audits include documentation reviews, site visits and interviews where feasible, tailored to the scale and risk associated with the supplier. Audit findings are recorded, and action plans are agreed with suppliers to address non-compliance. For higher risk suppliers we increase monitoring frequency and, where available, engage independent auditors. Hampstead Heath house clearances uses these audits to drive improvement across our supply chain and to ensure that all parties meet our ethical benchmarks.

Training and awareness are integral to preventing modern slavery within our operations. Staff receive mandatory training on recognising signs of exploitation and following escalation routes. We support managers with resources to spot indicators of forced labour and to respond appropriately. Contractors engaged by Hampstead Heath House Clearance are required to confirm that their workers have access to rights and grievance mechanisms, and to provide assurance on lawful recruitment practices.

We maintain clear reporting channels to ensure concerns can be raised safely and confidentially. Key reporting methods include a formal internal reporting process, anonymous whistleblowing options and escalation to senior management for urgent cases. Our expectations for reporting are set out in policy and communicated regularly. Relevant steps following a report include prompt investigation, risk mitigation for affected persons and documented corrective actions, such as supplier termination or remediation measures when exploitative practices are verified.

• Internal reporting: formal submission to compliance team
• Anonymous reporting: protected whistleblowing routes
• Escalation: senior management and legal review

Our approach includes periodic review and continuous improvement. We conduct an annual review of our modern slavery risk assessment and the effectiveness of our policies, procedures and supplier engagement. The annual review evaluates data from audits, reports, training completion rates and remediation outcomes. Where necessary we update contractual terms, refine due diligence processes and enhance training to address emerging risks in the house clearance sector.

Remediation and support for victims are central to our response model. Where modern slavery is suspected or confirmed, we prioritise the safety, health and legal rights of the affected person, referring to appropriate support services and cooperating fully with authorities. We will take decisive action including terminating supplier relationships and seeking reparative steps for victims. Hampstead Heath clearance pursues remediation proportionate to harm identified and consistent with legal obligations.

This statement is approved at the highest level of governance and is reviewed annually to ensure it remains relevant and effective for our house clearance operations. We remain committed to fostering a culture of integrity across all Hampstead Heath house clearances and associated services, reinforcing that modern slavery has no place in our business or supply chain. Hampstead Heath House-Clearance will continue to monitor, report, and act to prevent exploitation and uphold human rights across every clearance project we undertake.