Hornsey House Clearance - Modern Slavery Statement

Overview

Hornsey House Clearance publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to set out our firm and continuing commitment to prevent slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, exploitation or trafficked labour. This anti-slavery statement reflects our obligations under modern slavery and human trafficking legislation and our broader corporate values.

Our scope covers all personnel, contractors and the extended supply chain used in house clearance, waste removal and clearance services. The modern slavery and human trafficking policy applies to all jurisdictions where we operate and to all individuals working on our behalf, including subcontractors, temporary workers and partner organisations. Senior management take responsibility for ensuring compliance and embedding the principles of this slavery and human trafficking statement into routine business practice.

We operate a zero-tolerance policy which means any identified instance of forced labour, debt bondage, involuntary servitude or human trafficking will result in immediate action. That action can include termination of contracts, suspension of suppliers pending investigation and referral to appropriate enforcement agencies where criminal activity is suspected. Our approach is preventative, decisive and transparent: we will not condone, tolerate or ignore modern slavery risks.

To manage risks in our supply chain we implement a structured programme of supplier due diligence and regular supplier audits. Our procurement process includes specific checks for indicators of forced labour and verification of worker rights, pay and conditions. We require suppliers to adhere to our Modern Slavery Policy as a contractual condition and we reserve the right to terminate relationships with suppliers who fail to remedy breaches.

Supplier audits and ongoing monitoring are central to our controls. Key elements include:

• Pre-engagement checks: verification of identity, corporate records and compliance declarations.
• On-site audits: targeted inspections focused on employment records, working hours and recruitment processes.
• Remediation plans: corrective action timelines and follow-up audits to ensure compliance.

Where higher-risk activity is identified, we increase the frequency of reviews and require independent assurance. We also encourage suppliers to implement their own anti-slavery measures and to share evidence of worker protections, training and ethical recruitment standards.

We maintain clear reporting channels so employees, suppliers and third parties can raise concerns safely and promptly. Our whistleblowing procedures include anonymous reporting options, confidential escalation routes and a promise of no retaliation for bona fide reports. Reports are investigated promptly by trained personnel, and where appropriate, results are escalated to senior management and external authorities.

Our communication and training programme ensures staff and contractors understand how to spot signs of modern slavery and how to report concerns. Training is delivered regularly and tailored to roles most likely to interact with vulnerable workers, including operational teams and procurement staff. We emphasise that vigilance and early reporting are essential to prevent harm.

Hornsey House Clearance will conduct an annual review of this anti-slavery statement and related policies to assess effectiveness, update risk assessments and refine controls. The annual review includes analysis of audit findings, incident reports, supplier performance and training completion rates. We will use measurable indicators to drive continuous improvement and to ensure our modern slavery statement remains current and robust.