Modern Slavery Statement — Victoria House Clearance

Victoria House Clearance sets out this Modern Slavery Statement to confirm our firm and explicit commitment to eliminating modern slavery, human trafficking and forced labour across our operations and supply chain. As a provider of house clearance and domestic clearance services in Victoria, Victoria house clearance enforces a zero-tolerance approach to any form of exploitation. This statement explains our policies, due diligence processes and the measures we take to prevent modern slavery and protect vulnerable people.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business dealings. All employees, contractors and partners of Victoria Clearance Services are required to comply with this policy. We train our teams to recognise signs of coercion, exploitation and abusive practices, and we make clear that any breach will result in strict disciplinary action, including termination and reporting to the relevant authorities.

Scope and Responsibilities

Victoria House Clearance and associated business units are responsible for implementing this statement. Senior management lead our anti-slavery efforts; operational managers ensure compliance at each project, and procurement is responsible for supplier engagement. We maintain written policies that set expectations for behaviour and provide a framework for assessing risk, remediation and continuous improvement across the house clearance sector.

Supply Chain Due Diligence

Our supply chain includes local contractors, waste disposal partners and subcontractors involved in house clearances, loft clearances and estate clearances. We carry out risk-based supplier assessments and audits to confirm adherence to our standards. Typical checks include:

• Verification of identity and right to work for individuals engaged by suppliers
• Supplier code of conduct acceptance and contractual clauses prohibiting forced labour
• Periodic on-site or remote supplier audits and documentary evidence checks

We apply enhanced scrutiny to any partners operating in higher-risk areas or where contracted labour is used. Audits are designed to identify non-compliance and to drive corrective action plans; where suppliers fail to demonstrate remediation, we will suspend or terminate relationships to protect those at risk. Supplier audits are a central tool in maintaining the integrity of our procurement for Victoria clearance operations.

We require our suppliers to provide transparency around labour practices and subcontracting. Contracts include right-to-audit clauses and obligations to remedy identified issues promptly. Our procurement team evaluates each partner on compliance records, remediation history and commitment to continuous improvement.

We encourage employees, contractors and third parties to report concerns through multiple secure reporting channels. These channels include anonymous reporting mechanisms, direct reporting to line managers and escalation to senior compliance personnel. Reports are taken seriously, investigated confidentially, and appropriate remedial action is implemented where necessary. Reporting channels are publicised internally and promoted during training and induction.

Regular monitoring and training form part of our prevention strategy. All staff receive training on recognising signs of exploitation, safe reporting and victim support. We update training materials annually and provide role-specific guidance for clearance crews, procurement staff and managers. We also undertake periodic internal reviews and third-party assessments to validate our approach.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement: We review this Modern Slavery Statement and our policies at least once a year to ensure effectiveness, reflect changing risks and update our mitigation measures. The annual review includes analysis of audit findings, incident reports, supplier performance and training completion rates. Outcomes inform remedial plans and strategic updates to strengthen protections across Victoria house clearance and associated services.

In conclusion, Victoria House Clearance reiterates its unwavering commitment to prevent modern slavery in all forms within our business and supply chain. Our zero-tolerance stance, rigorous supplier audits, secure reporting channels and annual review cycle are the core pillars of our response. We will continue to evolve our measures, collaborate with partners and hold ourselves accountable to the highest ethical standards for house clearance Victoria-wide.

Governance: Responsibility for this statement and its implementation rests with our board and senior leadership. We will maintain transparency of effort and ensure resources are allocated to mitigate risks and support victims.

Approved by the leadership team of Victoria House Clearance. This statement is reviewed annually and updated as required to reflect our ongoing commitment to eliminating modern slavery.