Modern Slavery Statement for Hoxton House Clearance

Hoxton House Clearance is committed to identifying, preventing and eradicating all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chain. This statement explains our approach, our zero-tolerance policy and the steps we take to ensure that people affected by exploitation are protected. We use the terms Hoxton House Clearance, Hoxton house clearances and house clearance in Hoxton interchangeably to describe our services and responsibility.

We operate across localised clearances and commercial removals and recognise that risks may arise in recruitment, sub-contracting and material sourcing. Our senior management has reviewed our processes and commits resources to mitigate risk. All employees and contractors engaged by Hoxton house clearances are required to comply with our standards and are covered by our employment policies, which include identity checks, right-to-work verification and mandatory training on ethical standards.

To ensure transparency throughout the Hoxton clearance services supply chain, we have implemented a rigorous supplier assurance programme. This includes contractual clauses that require suppliers to uphold anti-slavery standards and permit audits. We prioritise partnerships with suppliers who can demonstrate ethical labour practices and fair treatment of workers.

Zero-Tolerance Policy

Our zero-tolerance policy to modern slavery means any instance of forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking or exploitation discovered in our operations or supply chain will trigger immediate remedial action. Where allegations are substantiated, we will terminate contracts and cooperate with law enforcement. We will also support affected individuals through referral to appropriate support services where available.

Risk assessment and due diligence form the backbone of our preventative measures. Hoxton house clearance teams complete site-level checks and managers are trained to spot indicators of exploitation. We are committed to continuous improvement and will not tolerate any practices that undermine workers' rights or safety.

Supplier audits and checks: We audit suppliers on a regular basis to verify compliance. Audit elements include:

• Verification of employment records and payment practices
• On-site inspections for working conditions and safety
• Review of recruitment and subcontracting arrangements
• Assessment of documentation that proves workers' legal entitlement to work

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We maintain secure reporting channels so staff, contractors and third parties can raise concerns confidentially. Reports are investigated by a trained compliance officer and escalated to senior leadership as required. We encourage the use of internal reporting first, but will accept information from external sources and work with relevant authorities. All reports are taken seriously, treated confidentially and handled promptly.

Protection for whistleblowers is integral to our approach: anyone raising a concern in good faith will be protected from retaliation. Where necessary, we will provide alternative working arrangements while investigations are ongoing to protect the privacy and safety of those involved.

Monitoring, training and continual review are ongoing. Our staff receive regular e-learning and face-to-face briefings on identifying exploitation and the correct procedures to follow. We require key suppliers to participate in joint training sessions and to submit evidence of compliance on request. Our procurement process includes modern slavery risk screening as a standard step before awarding contracts.

Annual review and governance — This statement is reviewed at least annually by the board and senior management to assess effectiveness, update risk assessments and define actions for the coming year. The annual review examines audit findings, incident reports, training completion rates and supplier performance metrics specific to house clearance Hoxton operations.

We are committed to transparency and continual improvement. By aligning our policies, supplier audits, reporting channels and an annual review cycle, Hoxton House Clearance seeks to mitigate risks and play an active role in preventing modern slavery across the communities we serve.

Approval: This statement is approved by senior management and reflects our ongoing commitment to ethical practice across Hoxton house clearances, house clearance in Hoxton and related services.