Southgate House Clearance Modern Slavery Statement

Southgate House Clearance confirms its commitment to preventing slavery and human trafficking in all forms across its operations and supply chain. This modern slavery statement sets out our approach, expectations and actions. We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, exploitation or human trafficking and expect the same high standards from partners and contractors. This anti-slavery statement applies to all employees, subcontractors and suppliers.

We recognise that a proactive modern slavery policy is essential for responsible business. Our slavery and human trafficking statement explains how we assess and manage risk, how we carry out supplier due diligence and how we provide secure reporting channels for concerns. Southgate's modern slavery policy emphasises prevention, protection and remediation. We will not tolerate any breach of these standards under any circumstance.

Our commitment is backed by clear governance and accountability. The Board has oversight of anti-slavery efforts and delegates day-to-day responsibility to senior managers. We incorporate checks into procurement processes and conduct regular supplier audits to ensure compliance with labour standards. Where non-compliance is found, we require corrective action plans and reserve the right to terminate contracts for serious or repeated breaches.

Supply Chain Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

Southgate House Clearance maintains a rigorous due diligence programme across our supply chain. We map suppliers and identify higher-risk categories using criteria such as geographic location, labour intensity and subcontracting practices. Our supplier audits include document review, on-site inspections and worker interviews where practical. Key measures include:

• Pre-engagement checks and risk assessments for new suppliers
• Periodic risk-based supplier audits and unannounced inspections
• Contractual clauses requiring adherence to our anti-slavery standards

We use a combination of desk-based checks and physical audits to validate compliance. Audit findings are recorded, and suppliers must submit remediation plans for identified issues. Persistent non-compliance triggers escalation, suspension and potential contract termination. We also prioritise working with suppliers to improve working conditions and support ethical recruitment practices.

Training is provided to procurement teams and operational staff to help spot indicators of modern slavery and to enforce supplier audit outcomes. Our procurement terms require transparency about labour practices and the use of subcontractors, and we carry out targeted reviews where risk is elevated. Southgate House Clearance's anti-slavery statement also requires suppliers to allow access for verification.

Reporting Channels, Investigations and Annual Review

We maintain multiple secure and confidential reporting channels for employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns about suspected slavery or human trafficking. Reports may be made anonymously where desired. Reports are investigated promptly by trained staff, with findings documented and appropriate remedies applied. Retaliation against reporters is strictly prohibited and will result in disciplinary action.

Governance arrangements ensure that incidents and audit outcomes are escalated appropriately. The company undertakes formal incident investigations, collaborates with external agencies when necessary and implements remedial measures to protect affected individuals. We adopt a victim-centred approach to remediation, prioritising safety, access to support and, where required, third-party assistance.

This modern slavery and human trafficking statement is reviewed at least annually by senior management and updated as our policies and supply chain evolve. We monitor performance through key indicators, audit results and the number and outcome of investigations. Continuous improvement is central to our approach; an annual review ensures the statement remains effective and aligned with legal obligations and best practice. Southgate House Clearance remains committed to eradicating modern slavery from our operations and cooperating with partners to uphold human rights across the communities we serve.