Modern Slavery Statement for Garage Clearance

At Garage Clearance we set out a clear and uncompromising position: a zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking across every element of our operations. This statement applies to all activities relating to garage clearance, garage clearance services, garage-clearance projects and any associated waste or storage removal tasks. We recognise that the nature of clearance, removal and reuse activity can expose workers to exploitation risks, so we apply rigorous standards in recruitment, engagement and subcontracting to protect vulnerable people.

Our standards require that all staff, contractors and partners confirm compliance with our policies before engagement. We use clear contractual clauses that prohibit the payment of recruitment fees by workers, mandate freedom of movement for employees, and require accurate wage records. Our procurement and operations teams are trained to spot modern slavery indicators in garage clearances and to escalate any concerns. We will take decisive action against any party found to be complicit in exploitative practices, including contract termination and referral to authorities where appropriate.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

We operate a risk-based supplier audit programme designed to verify labour standards, working hours and supply chain transparency for firms providing garage clearances, garage removal or related services. Due diligence begins before engagement and continues throughout the supplier relationship: background checks, site visits, payroll reviews and, when necessary, unannounced inspections form part of our approach. Suppliers identified as higher risk receive targeted audits and increased monitoring to ensure labour practices meet our expectations.

Our supplier audit process includes:

• Pre-engagement due diligence ??? enhanced checks for new garage-clearance partners including identity verification and evidence of legal employment practices.
• Periodic audits ??? regular assessments of working conditions, worker interviews, documentation review and verification of subcontractor chains.
• Corrective action and monitoring ??? written remediation plans, timelines for improvement and follow-up audits; persistent non-compliance leads to contract suspension or termination.

Reporting Channels, Training and Annual Review

We provide multiple, confidential reporting channels so employees, subcontractor workers and third parties can raise concerns without fear of retaliation. Reports are logged, triaged and investigated by our compliance team; outcomes are documented and relevant remedial or legal steps are pursued. Our reporting framework ensures transparency of action and protection for whistleblowers. In addition to internal reporting routes, issues of criminal concern are escalated to law enforcement agencies and regulatory bodies when necessary.

Training and awareness are integral to prevention. Staff involved in procurement, garage decluttering operations, on-site supervision and logistics receive regular training on the indicators of forced labour, appropriate recruitment practices and how to use reporting channels. We also require key suppliers to provide evidence of training for their employees and subcontractors working on any garage clearances, clear-out or removal assignments.

The Board reviews this statement and our anti-slavery measures at least annually to assess effectiveness and to make improvements. The annual review evaluates our risk assessments, the breadth and results of supplier audits, the usage and responsiveness of reporting channels, and training reach and impact. Where gaps are identified, we commit to implementing additional controls, enhanced supplier engagement and corrective actions so that our garage clearance activities continue to meet high ethical standards and legal requirements.