Modern Slavery Statement — Barnes House Clearance Commitment

Barnes House Clearance (referred to as we, our or the company) is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all operations and supply chains. This modern slavery statement explains our zero-tolerance policy, due diligence processes, supplier audits, reporting channels and annual review approach. It applies to all employees, contractors and business partners engaged in our Barnes house clearance and related services.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Principles

We operate a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of forced labour, child labour, exploitation or human trafficking in our workforce or that of our suppliers. Our values require that everyone involved in service delivery for Barnes House Clearance is treated with dignity and respect. To reinforce this, contracts, employment terms and supplier agreements explicitly prohibit modern slavery and outline remedial actions for breaches. Our firm stance covers both direct employees and third-party providers used for house clearance in Barnes and beyond.

Risk Assessment and Supplier Due Diligence

We maintain a structured risk assessment process for our supply chain. Prior to onboarding, suppliers undergo due diligence that assesses labour practices, recruitment methods and country-specific risks. We use a tiered approach for our Barnes clearance suppliers: low, medium and high risk. High-risk suppliers are subject to enhanced scrutiny, including requests for policies, worker records and evidence of lawful pay. Our due diligence includes:

• Pre-contract screening for labour compliance and history of breaches.
• Document verification of employment terms, identity checks and payroll evidence.
• Ongoing risk monitoring based on operational changes and sector alerts.

Supplier audits form a core part of our approach. For suppliers assessed as medium or high risk, we carry out periodic audits — remote and on-site — to verify practices align with our standards. Audits evaluate recruitment fees, working hours, accommodation (where relevant), health and safety and freedom of movement. Findings are documented and followed by corrective action plans with clear timelines. Persistent non-compliance results in termination of the supplier relationship to uphold our reputation and responsibilities in the house clearance industry.

We also promote continuous improvement by sharing best practice guidelines with partners and offering training sessions where appropriate. This includes training for our staff who manage supply relationships, equipping them to spot indicators of modern slavery and to manage supplier remediation effectively.

Reporting channels are essential for detecting and responding to issues. We provide multiple safe ways to report concerns, including internal line management, HR, and an independently managed anonymous whistleblowing mechanism. Reports are treated seriously and investigated promptly and confidentially. All reports are logged and the outcome communicated to relevant stakeholders, while protecting the reporter from retaliation.

Our escalation protocol ensures urgent cases are escalated to senior management and, where necessary, to statutory authorities. The company will cooperate with law enforcement and regulatory bodies in the UK if criminal activity is suspected. Victim support measures are included in our response plan to ensure any affected individual receives immediate assistance and protection.

Governance of the modern slavery programme sits with senior leadership who review compliance activity and risk registers. Performance metrics include number of due diligence checks, audit outcomes, corrective actions completed and reports received. Where gaps are identified, we take decisive steps to strengthen controls across the Barnes house-clearance supply chain.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

We commit to an annual review of this modern slavery statement and associated policies. The review assesses effectiveness, incorporates lessons learned from investigations, updates supplier risk profiles and refines our audit and training schedules. We will update the statement to reflect progress, new risks and evolving industry standards. Our ongoing goal is to eradicate modern slavery from every part of our operations and to promote ethical practice across all Barnes clearance activities.

By maintaining a proactive stance — combining zero-tolerance, robust supplier audits, clear reporting channels and a formal annual review — Barnes House Clearance aims to ensure our business and those of our partners are free from modern slavery and exploitation.