Modern Slavery Statement — Wanstead House Clearance
Our Commitment to Ethical Practice
Wanstead House Clearance is fully committed to preventing modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking across all aspects of our operations. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our principles, procedures and expectations to ensure that our services — whether estate clearances, probate support or domestic removals provided by our Wanstead house clearance teams — are delivered ethically. We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of exploitation and require all staff and partners to adhere to high standards of conduct and compliance.
Our commitment extends beyond immediate employees to include subcontractors, suppliers and any third parties engaged in Wanstead clearance services. We embed mandatory contractual clauses and pre-engagement checks that require suppliers to confirm compliance with applicable labour and human rights legislation. These expectations help to create consistent protections across the supply chain and support lawful, transparent recruitment and pay practices.
We will not tolerate breaches of these standards. Where non-compliance is established, consequences range from mandatory remediation plans and enhanced monitoring to suspension or permanent termination of contracts. Zero tolerance means we act decisively to protect vulnerable people, safeguard our reputation and ensure continuity of ethical service for our customers and communities.
Supplier Due Diligence and Audit Programme
Suppliers to Wanstead house clearance must demonstrate robust management systems and transparent labour practices. Our procurement process requires detailed declarations, right-to-work verification and evidence of fair pay and safe working conditions. We prioritise suppliers based on risk rating and require written commitments to our supplier code of conduct before engagement.
To verify compliance, Wanstead clearance implements a structured programme of supplier audits and on-site assessments. These audits are risk-focused and proportionate, with higher-risk suppliers subject to more frequent visits. Our audits combine document reviews, payroll checks, worker interviews and direct observation of working practices to identify any indicators of exploitation or human trafficking.
Audit findings lead to documented corrective action plans, timescales for remediation and follow-up verification. Typical audit checks include:
- Verification of recruitment processes and any use of labour intermediaries
- Review of employment contracts, payslips and deductions
- Assessment of working hours, accommodation (where applicable) and occupational safety
Reporting channels are central to our approach. Employees, contractors and third parties are encouraged to raise concerns through confidential internal channels and anonymous reporting options where available. Reports are treated in confidence, investigated promptly and escalated to senior management. We expressly prohibit retaliation against anyone who raises concerns in good faith, and we provide support and protections for whistleblowers.
Training and awareness are key preventative measures. All staff involved in house clearances receive mandatory training to recognise signs of modern slavery and to understand reporting protocols. Procurement, HR and operations personnel receive enhanced training focused on supplier audits, contract clauses and remedial actions to reduce supply chain risk for Wanstead clearance projects.
Governance includes an annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and our policies. The annual review evaluates audit results, incident reports, training completion rates and any legislative changes, and it drives continuous improvement. In conclusion, Wanstead House Clearance and our broader Wanstead clearance services reaffirm a sustained commitment to eliminate modern slavery from our operations and supply chain, to act transparently, and to protect the dignity and rights of all workers involved in our business.