Cleaners Islington Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Cleaners Islington has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking from occurring within our business operations and supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our relationships and to implementing robust systems and controls to safeguard workers from exploitation.
Modern slavery is a crime and a grave violation of fundamental human rights. It can take many forms, including forced labour, servitude, human trafficking, debt bondage, and exploitation of vulnerable individuals. Cleaners Islington recognises its responsibility to ensure that modern slavery has no place in our business or in the services we provide to clients.
Our Zero-Tolerance Policy
Cleaners Islington operates a strict zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. This policy applies to all employees, contractors, agency staff, and suppliers who work with or on behalf of our company. We expect all those in our supply chain and all contractors to share the same high standards and to act in accordance with applicable laws and our ethical expectations.
No form of forced, bonded, or involuntary labour is tolerated. Employment must always be chosen freely, and workers must not be required to surrender identity documents, pay unlawful recruitment fees, or work under threats, coercion, or deception. Any actual or suspected breach of this policy is treated as a serious disciplinary and contractual matter that may result in termination of employment or business relationships.
Our Supply Chain and Supplier Audits
Our supply chain primarily includes providers of cleaning products, equipment, uniforms, and certain outsourced services. We recognise that risks of modern slavery can arise at any stage of the supply chain, including raw material sourcing, manufacturing, and logistics. To mitigate these risks, Cleaners Islington is committed to engaging only with suppliers who demonstrate responsible and lawful employment practices.
We conduct proportionate risk-based assessments of existing and prospective suppliers. This may include requesting information on labour practices, codes of conduct, and relevant certifications, as well as reviewing how suppliers manage recruitment, working hours, pay, and worker welfare. Where risks are identified, we may carry out more detailed due diligence, request corrective action plans, or conduct audits of supplier sites.
Supplier audits focus on verifying that workers are employed legally, are free to leave their employment, receive fair wages and benefits, and have safe and decent working conditions. If a supplier is found to be involved in modern slavery or fails to implement appropriate corrective measures within an agreed timeframe, Cleaners Islington reserves the right to suspend or terminate the relationship.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
We encourage all employees, agency workers, and suppliers to speak up if they have concerns about any issue or suspicion of modern slavery in any part of our business or supply chains. Cleaners Islington is committed to ensuring that individuals can raise such concerns without fear of retaliation or detrimental treatment.
Concerns can be raised directly with line managers, senior management, or via established internal reporting mechanisms. Reports may cover suspected forced labour, human trafficking, unsafe or exploitative conditions, or breaches of our zero-tolerance policy. All reports are taken seriously, handled sensitively, and, where appropriate, investigated promptly and impartially.
We will support anyone who, in good faith, raises a concern about modern slavery. Retaliation, victimisation, or harassment of whistleblowers is not tolerated, and any such behaviour may result in disciplinary action.
Training, Awareness, and Responsibilities
Management at Cleaners Islington is responsible for implementing and monitoring compliance with this Modern Slavery Statement. Relevant managers and personnel involved in recruitment, supplier selection, and contract management are provided with guidance on identifying indicators of modern slavery and on appropriate escalation procedures.
We work to increase awareness of modern slavery risks among our employees by communicating our zero-tolerance approach and reinforcing the importance of ethical conduct. Everyone within Cleaners Islington has a role to play in upholding our values and ensuring that we do not contribute, directly or indirectly, to exploitation.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
Cleaners Islington is committed to continual improvement in our efforts to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking. We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing process requiring vigilance, transparency, and collaboration with our suppliers and other stakeholders.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by senior management to assess its effectiveness and to identify opportunities for enhancement. As part of the annual review, we consider evolving legal requirements, emerging best practice, feedback from audits and risk assessments, and any issues raised through our reporting channels. Where necessary, we update our policies, procedures, and training to strengthen our approach.
By publishing this Modern Slavery Statement, Cleaners Islington reaffirms its commitment to human rights, fair treatment of workers, and the elimination of modern slavery from our operations and supply chains.