Office Clearance Archway Modern Slavery Statement

Statement of Principles

Office Clearance Archway sets out this Modern Slavery Statement to affirm our commitment to preventing modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking throughout our operations and supply chains. We operate a clear zero-tolerance policy towards any form of exploitation and are committed to continuous improvement in our anti-slavery and human trafficking procedures.

As part of our anti-slavery statement we require all employees, contractors and partners to adhere to the highest standards of behaviour. Our expectations are reflected in employment contracts, procurement terms and supplier codes of conduct. We actively promote awareness of labour rights and ensure that everyone working with or for Office Clearance Archway is treated with dignity and respect.

We maintain a

proactive modern slavery policy

that covers risk assessment, due diligence and grievance handling. This slavery and human trafficking statement is embedded into our procurement and operational practices and reinforced through mandatory staff briefings. The approach is practical and risk-based: we prioritise areas where vulnerability is highest and require demonstrable compliance from third parties.

To implement our Modern Slavery policy, we conduct regular supplier audits and risk assessments. These audits include documentation checks, interviews and, where appropriate, on-site inspections. We ask suppliers to provide evidence of employment records, working hours, wage policies and subcontractor oversight so we can verify compliance and identify any red flags.

Our supplier due diligence includes a tiered approach: higher-risk suppliers receive more frequent and detailed reviews. We maintain a supplier register and require corrective action plans for any identified breaches. Persistent non-compliance can lead to contract termination. We also include contractual clauses that obligate suppliers to comply with our modern slavery and human trafficking policy.

We support capacity building among our supply partners by offering guidance materials and training sessions. This helps smaller suppliers understand labour standards, align employment practices and implement internal checks. Our procurement team monitors progress and reports on improvements at regular intervals.

Reporting channels are essential to our approach. We operate multiple safe, confidential and anonymous reporting mechanisms that are accessible to employees, contractors and third parties. Reports can be made internally through line managers or via confidential channels that protect whistleblowers. All reports are investigated promptly and thoroughly, with appropriate remedial action taken where required.

Our investigations follow a clear protocol: immediate risk mitigation, fact-finding, stakeholder engagement and, where necessary, referral to relevant authorities. We do not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises concerns in good faith. Training on how to report suspected modern slavery is included in induction and refresher programmes so staff know how to act responsibly.

Annual review and governance — Office Clearance Archway’s senior management and board review this modern slavery statement annually. The review evaluates the effectiveness of our zero-tolerance policy, supplier audit results, training uptake, reported incidents and remediation outcomes. Key performance indicators are assessed and used to refine policies, strengthen controls and set objectives for the coming year.

We document progress in a formal annual report that summarises actions taken and plans for further improvement. This ensures transparency within our organisation and provides a basis for continuous learning. Our commitment extends beyond compliance: we seek to influence our sector by sharing best practice and advocating ethical labour standards.

In summary, Office Clearance Archway’s modern slavery and human trafficking statement is built on prevention, detection, reporting and review. Our zero-tolerance stance, robust supplier audits, accessible reporting channels and annual governance review form the pillars of our response to modern slavery risks.

We will continue to monitor risks, strengthen controls and work collaboratively with partners to eliminate exploitation from our operations and supply chains. This anti-slavery statement remains an active and evolving document, reviewed each year to reflect changes in law, practice and the risks we face.