Cleaners Belgravia Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Cleaners Belgravia takes to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour and exploitation within our own operations and our supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships and to implementing effective systems and controls to safeguard the rights and dignity of all workers.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Cleaners Belgravia has a strict zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. We will not knowingly engage with any individual, organisation or supplier involved in practices that exploit people, including forced labour, debt bondage, servitude, or any form of compulsory or child labour. This commitment applies to all areas of our business, including direct employment, temporary staffing, subcontracted services and the procurement of goods and equipment used in our cleaning operations.

All managers and supervisors are responsible for promoting this policy and ensuring that decisions about recruitment, procurement and supplier selection reflect our zero-tolerance stance. Any breach of this policy by staff may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or contract.

Supply Chain Standards and Due Diligence

We recognise that the risk of modern slavery can be higher within extended supply chains. As a cleaning services provider, we source products such as cleaning agents, equipment, uniforms and ancillary services. We expect all suppliers to share our commitment to ethical employment and to comply with all relevant labour laws and regulations in the countries where they operate.

Our supplier requirements include ensuring that workers are employed voluntarily, paid fairly, and work in safe conditions. Suppliers must not retain identity documents, must allow workers freedom of movement, and must ensure that recruitment fees are not charged to workers. We review our key suppliers against these standards before entering into or renewing contracts.

Supplier Audits and Monitoring

To support our zero-tolerance policy, Cleaners Belgravia conducts proportionate due diligence and audits on higher-risk suppliers and contractors. This may include reviewing written policies, contractual terms, workforce records and training materials, as well as requesting evidence of compliance with labour and human rights standards.

Where appropriate, we may carry out site visits or request independent third-party audit reports. If a supplier is unable or unwilling to demonstrate adequate safeguards against modern slavery, we will work with them to improve standards within an agreed timeframe. Persistent failure or refusal to meet our requirements may result in suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Reporting Channels and Raising Concerns

We encourage all employees, workers, agency staff, contractors and suppliers to speak up promptly if they have any concerns about modern slavery or unethical labour practices in our operations or supply chain. Concerns can be raised through established internal reporting channels, such as line managers, senior management or designated compliance contacts.

Reports may be made in confidence, and we will take all reasonable steps to protect individuals who raise concerns in good faith from retaliation or detrimental treatment. All concerns will be investigated fairly and sensitively. Where we identify a risk or incident, we will take appropriate remedial action, which may include reporting to relevant authorities and supporting affected individuals to access assistance.

Training, Awareness and Responsibility

Cleaners Belgravia is committed to raising awareness of modern slavery among our staff. Managers and staff involved in recruitment, supplier selection and contract management receive guidance on identifying potential indicators of exploitation and on the appropriate steps to take if concerns arise.

Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery rests with the senior management team. They ensure that our policies are kept up to date, that relevant controls are in place, and that modern slavery risks are considered in key business decisions.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective and reflects our evolving business activities and supply chains. As part of this review, we consider feedback from stakeholders, outcomes of supplier audits, internal incident reports and changes to legislation or industry guidance.

Where opportunities for improvement are identified, we update our policies, procedures and training to strengthen our ability to prevent, detect and respond to modern slavery risks. By continually improving our practices, Cleaners Belgravia aims to contribute to the wider effort to eradicate modern slavery and uphold the rights and welfare of all workers connected to our business.