Modern Slavery Statement for Office Clearance Barbican
Our Commitment
Office Clearance Barbican confirms a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking in any part of our business or supply chain. This modern slavery statement outlines the practical steps we take to prevent exploitation, and it applies to all employees, contractors and partners engaged in Barbican office clearance, Barbican-based office-clearing projects and related services.
We are committed to ensuring that our procurement, subcontracting and operational practices do not facilitate forced labour, exploitation or trafficked labour. Our obligations are implemented through clear contractual terms, staff training and risk-based due diligence processes for suppliers. Every member of staff involved in office-clearance Barbican activities is expected to uphold these standards.
To support our anti-slavery objectives we maintain proportionate due diligence procedures and undertake supplier assessments. These supplier audits and contractual safeguards are designed to identify and remediate risks in the supply chain for Office Clearance in Barbican and surrounding areas, with a focus on high-risk goods, services and sub-contracting arrangements.
Policies and Procedures
Our policies include a clear code of conduct, supplier code and contractual clauses that prohibit modern slavery. We require suppliers and subcontractors to certify compliance and to allow periodic audits. The policy is communicated internally via induction programs and refresher training, and externally through procurement documentation for any Barbican office clearance contract.
Reporting channels are fundamental to enforcement. We operate secure, confidential and accessible reporting routes that enable employees, suppliers and third parties to raise concerns about suspected slavery or human trafficking. Reports are investigated promptly and thoroughly by a trained compliance team, and the whistleblowing process protects reporters from retaliation.
In cases where issues are identified through audits or reports, we use a risk-based response: corrective action plans, temporary suspension of contracts, or termination where remediation is not feasible. We take a proportionate approach and always prioritize the welfare of affected individuals while delivering fair and compliant Barbican office clearance services.
Supplier Audits and Risk Management
We carry out regular supplier audits, combining documentation review with on-site inspections where necessary. Audit criteria include labour practices, subcontracting arrangements, recruitment fees, working hours and the right to work. Key performance indicators monitor compliance across our office clearance supply chain in the Barbican and adjacent regions.
Our ongoing mitigation measures include:
- Routine supplier audits with evidence requirements and follow-up actions;
- Mandatory contractual clauses prohibiting forced labour;
- Training for procurement teams on identifying red flags;
- Escalation procedures for confirmed breaches, including contract termination;
- Engagement with third-party specialists where complex remediation is required.
Governance of this modern slavery statement is overseen by senior management and integrated into our wider compliance framework for office clearance operations. We ensure that responsibilities for managing human rights risks are clear and resourced, and that our approach remains aligned with legal obligations and industry best practice.
We will continue to refine our approach to modern slavery in office clearance work across Barbican, reinforcing a culture of transparency and vigilance. The board receives regular updates on audit findings, transparency measures and any material incidents, and decisions are taken to strengthen controls where necessary.
Annual Review: This statement and our processes are reviewed at least annually to ensure they remain effective and proportionate to identified risks. The annual review includes assessment of supplier audit outcomes, reporting trends, training uptake and the effectiveness of remediation actions. Changes arising from the review are implemented promptly to continuously improve our anti-slavery measures.
By publishing this statement, Office Clearance Barbican confirms its commitment to the eradication of modern slavery and sets out the active steps we take: zero tolerance, robust supplier audits, accessible reporting channels and regular annual review to maintain and strengthen our approach.
