Modern Slavery Statement — Flat Clearance Hounslow
Flat Clearance Hounslow confirms its ongoing, clear commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms across our operations and supply chain. Our zero-tolerance approach applies to employees, contractors and partners involved in any aspect of our flat clearance services in Hounslow and surrounding areas. This statement sets out the steps we take to identify, mitigate and remediate risks related to exploitation and forced labour.
We recognise that the risk of modern slavery can be present in many parts of the industry that supports house clearances and flat clearances in Hounslow. As part of our responsibilities, we will not tolerate any practice that undermines the dignity or rights of workers. All instances of suspected exploitation are treated seriously, with decisive action taken against individuals or suppliers found to be non-compliant with our standards.
Our policy applies to all staff and suppliers, and it is embedded within our procurement and contractor management processes. We require all suppliers to accept our terms which include compliance with employment law, proof of right to work and adherence to ethical labour practices. We make these expectations explicit when engaging contractors for flat clearance in Hounslow.
Supplier Audits and Due Diligence
We perform risk-based due diligence and regular supplier audits to ensure standards are met. Audits include document checks and, where justified, site visits. Key audit elements include:- Verification of worker identity and legal status
- Review of pay and working time records
- Assessment of recruitment practices and subcontracting
- Interviews or questionnaires to identify signs of coercion or restriction of movement
Where risks are identified, Flat Clearance Hounslow requires corrective action plans and follows up to ensure remediation. Suppliers who fail to cooperate or who present an ongoing risk to workers will be removed from our preferred supplier lists and may face contract termination.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
We maintain secure, accessible reporting channels for employees, contractors and third parties who wish to raise concerns. Reports may be made confidentially and, where necessary, anonymously. All reports of suspected modern slavery are investigated promptly. Investigations follow a documented process, and we ensure victims are treated with dignity and offered support where required.Our reporting and escalation process includes initial triage, fact-finding, engagement with legal and welfare specialists, and appropriate enforcement actions. We encourage staff working in Hounslow flat clearances to raise concerns early; retaliation against anyone reporting in good faith is strictly prohibited and will itself be treated as a disciplinary offence.
Training and awareness are key to preventing exploitation. We provide targeted training to employees and management involved in flat clearance services Hounslow to identify indicators of modern slavery, how to respond to disclosures and the ways to use our reporting channels. Training is updated regularly to reflect emerging risks and lessons learned from incidents and audits.
Monitoring and continuous improvement form part of our governance. Flat Clearance Hounslow tracks compliance metrics and audit outcomes to measure effectiveness. We review supplier performance, the number and type of reports made, investigation outcomes and corrective actions implemented.
Our annual review ensures that policies remain fit for purpose: we reassess risk profiles, update due diligence procedures, refine training materials and revise the reporting mechanism if needed. The annual review is overseen by senior management and informs resource allocation for compliance activities in the following year.
In conclusion, Flat Clearance Hounslow is committed to a robust, zero-tolerance policy on modern slavery across all our operations and the supply chain supporting our Hounslow flat clearances. We will continue to strengthen supplier audits, maintain clear reporting channels and conduct an annual review to ensure our anti-slavery measures evolve with changing risks and expectations.