Cleaners Battersea Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is made by Cleaners Battersea in respect of our cleaning operations and related services. It sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our own business and throughout our supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically, with integrity and transparency, and to improving our practices on an ongoing basis.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Cleaners Battersea has a clear, uncompromising zero-tolerance stance towards all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, servitude, child labour, and human trafficking. Any practice that exploits people, undermines their dignity, or deprives them of their freedom is strictly prohibited across our operations and supply chain.

We expect the same high standards from all our suppliers, contractors, and business partners. We do not knowingly work with any organisation that is involved in or associated with modern slavery, and we will terminate relationships with any party found to be in breach of these principles.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Cleaners Battersea provides professional cleaning services to residential and commercial clients. To deliver these services, we engage a range of suppliers, including providers of cleaning products and equipment, facilities and maintenance services, and certain outsourced support services.

We recognise that elements of the cleaning sector and associated supply chains can present higher risks in relation to labour exploitation. As such, we are committed to understanding where risks may arise and to taking proportionate, targeted action to manage and reduce those risks.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We are implementing and maintaining robust supplier due diligence and monitoring processes. Before entering into a new relationship, suppliers are assessed against ethical and legal standards, including respect for human rights and compliance with modern slavery legislation.

Our supplier management approach includes:

Conducting risk-based assessments of suppliers, taking into account geography, sector, and the nature of the goods or services provided. Requiring suppliers to confirm compliance with applicable labour laws, including prohibitions on forced and child labour. Incorporating contractual commitments that oblige suppliers to uphold our standards and cooperate with any reviews or investigations. Reviewing supplier performance at appropriate intervals to ensure ongoing compliance.

Where there is a higher risk of labour exploitation, we may carry out more detailed audits. These can include requesting documentary evidence, engaging in on-site inspections where proportionate, and seeking assurance regarding recruitment practices, working conditions, wages, and working hours.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Cleaners Battersea encourages all workers, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or unethical labour practices. We are committed to ensuring that individuals who raise concerns in good faith do so without fear of retaliation or detrimental treatment.

Concerns may be raised through internal reporting routes made known to staff, including line managers and designated management contacts. Suppliers are similarly encouraged to escalate any issues directly to our management team so that we can investigate and address them swiftly and effectively.

All reports will be taken seriously, investigated promptly, and managed sensitively, with appropriate confidentiality. Where necessary, we will cooperate with relevant authorities and experts to remedy and prevent harm.

Training and Awareness

We are working to increase awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff, particularly those involved in recruitment, procurement, and supplier management. Training and guidance highlight the signs of exploitation, the importance of ethical sourcing, and the internal processes for reporting concerns.

By promoting awareness and setting clear expectations, we aim to embed respect for human rights and fair treatment into everyday decision-making and conduct across our business.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Our approach to tackling modern slavery is subject to continuous improvement. We recognise that risks can evolve over time, and we remain committed to strengthening our controls and responses.

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement will be reviewed annually by the senior management of Cleaners Battersea. The review will consider any incidents reported, audit results, changes in our operations or supply chain, and developments in legal or best practice guidance. Where necessary, we will update our policies, procedures, and training to ensure they remain effective and proportionate.

This statement reflects the commitment of Cleaners Battersea to do business in a way that respects the rights and wellbeing of every person connected to our services, and to play our part in eliminating modern slavery in all its forms.