Modern Slavery Statement — Office Clearance Highgate

Office Clearance Highgate publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to set out our commitment to preventing modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking across our operations and supply chain. We operate a clear zero-tolerance policy against any form of modern slavery and exploitation. This statement applies to all staff, contractors and suppliers engaged by Office Clearance Highgate and its related services, and reflects our pledge to act ethically and legally.

Our approach to responsible business for office clearance highgate covers procurement, subcontracting and on-site activities. We recognise the risks associated with the wider clearance, waste removal and logistics sectors, and we commit to taking proportionate measures to mitigate those risks. The policy applies to both permanent and temporary workers and to third parties providing goods or services to Highgate office clearance operations.

The zero-tolerance policy is central to our compliance framework. All breaches of this policy will be investigated and may result in contract termination, legal action and referral to the relevant authorities. We require suppliers and partners to meet minimum standards and to confirm, through contractual clauses, that they do not engage in modern slavery, forced labour or human trafficking. Key components include:

• Contractual obligations requiring compliance with anti-slavery laws;
• Supplier due diligence and checks before onboarding;
• Remedial action where concerns are identified.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

Office Clearance - Highgate conducts regular supplier audits and reviews to ensure our standards are adhered to. Our supplier audit programme includes documentation checks, self-assessment questionnaires and, where risk is higher, on-site inspections. We prioritise critical suppliers that provide labour, transport, or processing services. Audits are risk-based and informed by geography, sector and contract value to focus resources effectively.

As part of our ongoing supplier management, we use a mix of desktop assessments and field verification. Audit findings are recorded, and corrective action plans are agreed with suppliers when non-conformances are found. Repeated failures to address issues will lead to suspension or termination of the business relationship with the supplier. We support suppliers to improve by sharing best practice and providing access to training materials.

To strengthen transparency in the supply chain for Highgate office clearance activities, we maintain records of supplier audits, certificates and declarations. These records are periodically reviewed by senior management and used to inform procurement decisions and risk assessments. Our procurement team integrates modern slavery checks into day-to-day supplier selection.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage anyone who works with or for Office Clearance Highgate to report concerns about suspected modern slavery. Reporting channels include internal management routes and anonymous channels for those who prefer confidentiality. Reports will be treated seriously, investigated promptly and handled confidentially to protect whistleblowers from retaliation. Our aim is to ensure accessible, safe and secure mechanisms for raising concerns.

Reporting options include supervisory escalation and internal compliance referral. We train our people to recognise signs of exploitation and to escalate suspected incidents without delay. Reports trigger investigations, engagement with relevant suppliers and, if necessary, collaboration with external authorities or specialised support organisations to ensure any victims receive immediate assistance.

Annual review and continuous improvement are embedded in our modern slavery response. Office Clearance Highgate undertakes an annual review of its policies, risk assessments, supplier audit outcomes and training programmes. The review evaluates the effectiveness of our zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits and reporting procedures and recommends improvements. Findings are presented to senior leadership and reflected in our action plans for the following year.

We remain committed to driving up standards across our sector. Through a combination of strong policies, targeted supplier audits, clear reporting channels and a formal annual review process, Office Clearance Highgate strives to detect, prevent and remedy any instances of modern slavery within our business and supply chains. Our evolving programme balances compliance, capacity building and remediation to uphold the human rights of workers involved in our operations.