Modern Slavery Statement for Cleaners Tockwell
Cleaners Tockwell is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent forced labour, human trafficking, debt bondage, child labour, and all forms of exploitation within our operations and across our supply chain. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that breaches these principles.
As a responsible cleaning services provider, Cleaners Tockwell recognises that vulnerability can exist in labour-intensive industries. We therefore take active measures to identify, reduce, and respond to risks associated with modern slavery. Our approach is supported by internal policies, staff awareness, supplier due diligence, and ongoing monitoring. We expect every employee, contractor, and business partner to share our commitment to ethical conduct.
Our organisation requires that all personnel are treated with dignity and paid fairly for lawful work performed. We prohibit the withholding of identity documents, recruitment fees charged to workers, intimidation, coercion, and any restriction on freedom of movement. These standards apply equally to direct staff and to any third parties acting on our behalf.
We assess risk across recruitment, subcontracting, procurement, and service delivery. Particular attention is given to labour supplied through agencies, seasonal work arrangements, and outsourced services where exploitation may be hidden. Cleaners Tockwell expects suppliers to demonstrate lawful employment practices, proper record-keeping, and respect for workers’ rights. Any supplier unable or unwilling to meet these expectations may face corrective action, suspension, or termination of the relationship.
Supplier Audits and Due Diligence
Supplier audits are an essential part of our prevention framework. We carry out proportionate checks on high-risk suppliers and may review onboarding documents, employment records, right-to-work evidence, wage practices, and subcontracting arrangements. Where concerns are identified, we request remedial action and monitor progress. If risks remain unresolved, we escalate the issue in line with our internal compliance process.In addition to formal audits, we use risk-based monitoring to identify warning signs such as unusual worker turnover, inconsistent pay records, incomplete contracts, or barriers to communication. This helps Cleaners Tockwell respond promptly and uphold our anti-slavery commitments. We also review purchasing decisions to ensure that commercial pressure does not encourage unsafe or unethical labour practices.
Reporting Channels and Speaking Up
We encourage anyone connected with our business to report concerns without fear of retaliation. Cleaners Tockwell provides internal reporting channels for employees, supervisors, and managers to raise suspicions of modern slavery, labour exploitation, or policy breaches. Reports may be made confidentially and will be handled sensitively, promptly, and with appropriate investigation.Where a report indicates a serious risk, we will take immediate action to protect affected individuals and preserve evidence. This may include halting work with a supplier, removing a worker from danger, or notifying relevant authorities where necessary. We are committed to ensuring that concerns are not ignored and that whistleblowers are treated fairly and protected from victimisation.
Training and awareness also support effective reporting. Relevant staff are informed about the signs of exploitation and the importance of escalation. Our management team is responsible for reinforcing these standards and ensuring that policies are understood throughout the business. Cleaners Tockwell treats prevention as a shared responsibility, not a one-time exercise.
Annual Review and Continuous Improvement
This statement and our wider modern slavery controls are reviewed annually to ensure they remain effective, proportionate, and aligned with current legal and ethical expectations. The review considers audit findings, reported incidents, supplier performance, and any changes in business activity or risk profile. Where improvements are needed, we update procedures, strengthen checks, and refresh training.Continuous improvement is central to our approach. Cleaners Tockwell aims to build a supply chain that is transparent, accountable, and resilient against exploitation. We will continue to refine our processes and reinforce our zero-tolerance stance so that ethical practice remains embedded in every part of our business.
Through these actions, Cleaners Tockwell reaffirms its commitment to responsible operations and the protection of human rights. We expect the same standards from all partners and will not compromise where concerns about modern slavery arise. Our work is guided by respect, vigilance, and a clear duty to act.