Modern Slavery Statement
Cleaners Westminster Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the actions taken by Cleaners Westminster to identify, prevent, and address the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. As a professional cleaning services provider, we recognise our responsibility to conduct business ethically and to protect the rights and dignity of all individuals who contribute to our services.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Cleaners Westminster maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking in any form. This applies to our own operations, our employees, contractors, agency staff, and all suppliers or subcontractors who support the delivery of our services. We will not knowingly do business with any organisation or individual involved in forced labour, debt bondage, child labour, human trafficking, or any other form of exploitation.
Our internal policies support this stance by requiring fair recruitment, voluntary employment, lawful payment practices, and respectful treatment of all workers. We communicate our expectations clearly and consistently so that modern slavery risks are understood and actively managed across our business.
Our Supply Chain and Supplier Standards
Our supply chain includes providers of cleaning products, equipment, uniforms, facilities, and support services. We expect all suppliers to uphold the same high standards on human rights, labour practices, and health and safety that we set for ourselves.
Suppliers are required to confirm that they comply with all applicable laws relating to modern slavery and human trafficking and that they maintain appropriate policies, procedures, and training to prevent exploitation. We reserve the right to terminate relationships with any supplier that fails to meet these standards or refuses to engage constructively with our due diligence processes.
Supplier Audits and Due Diligence
To manage risks in our supply chain, we conduct proportionate supplier audits and due diligence. This includes assessing new suppliers before approval and periodically reviewing existing suppliers, with particular focus on higher-risk categories such as labour providers and manufacturers of goods used by our teams.
Audits may involve requesting written confirmations of compliance, reviewing relevant policies, and asking for evidence that suppliers monitor labour conditions within their own operations and supply chains. Where concerns are identified, we seek timely corrective actions and follow up as necessary. If there is a material or persistent failure to address risks, we will reconsider or end the commercial relationship.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Cleaners Westminster encourages anyone connected to our operations or supply chain to raise concerns about potential modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Concerns can be reported through our established internal reporting channels, including line management and designated escalation routes within the business.
We are committed to ensuring that all reports are taken seriously, handled sensitively, and investigated promptly. We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against any person who raises a concern in good faith. Where appropriate, we will work with relevant authorities or partner organisations to address substantiated issues and protect affected individuals.
Training and Awareness
We provide relevant staff, particularly those involved in procurement, recruitment, and contract management, with guidance to recognise indicators of modern slavery and to understand the correct procedures for reporting concerns. We review our training content periodically so it remains aligned with best practice and legal requirements.
Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review
Responsibility for overseeing our modern slavery approach rests with the senior management of Cleaners Westminster. They ensure that appropriate policies, due diligence measures, and reporting channels are in place and functioning effectively.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually to reflect changes in our operations, emerging risks, and evolving legal or regulatory requirements. We use the review process to evaluate the effectiveness of our actions, identify areas for improvement, and set objectives for the following year.
By maintaining strong standards, open communication, and continuous improvement, Cleaners Westminster aims to contribute to the eradication of modern slavery and to promote fair and ethical working conditions throughout our business and supply chains.