Cleaner Stockwell Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps Cleaner Stockwell has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. Cleaner Stockwell operates in the cleaning and facilities sector and recognises its responsibility to conduct business ethically, transparently, and with integrity.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Cleaner Stockwell has a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, child labour, human trafficking, debt bondage, and servitude. We are committed to acting professionally and fairly in all our business dealings and relationships and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery is not taking place within our own operations or supply chains.

All directors, managers, employees, and contractors are expected to uphold this commitment. Any action or inaction that allows or conceals modern slavery is considered a serious breach of our standards and may lead to disciplinary or contractual consequences.

Our Supply Chains and Supplier Standards

Our supply chains include providers of cleaning products and equipment, subcontracted cleaning services, and various professional and support services. We aim to work only with suppliers and partners who share our commitment to human rights, fair working conditions, and respect for individuals.

We expect all suppliers to comply with applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws, and to specifically prohibit forced labour, child labour, and human trafficking in their own operations and supply chains. Supplier contracts and onboarding documentation reference our expectations regarding ethical conduct and modern slavery prevention.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

Cleaner Stockwell undertakes proportionate due diligence on suppliers based on the level of risk associated with the type of goods or services, geographic region, and labour profile. As part of this process, we may request information on suppliers policies, workforce practices, training, and assurance mechanisms.

We reserve the right to conduct audits or assessments of suppliers to verify compliance with our modern slavery requirements. These audits may include site visits, document reviews, and worker interviews conducted by us or by independent third parties where appropriate. Where areas for improvement are identified, we may require the supplier to implement corrective action plans within agreed timeframes.

If a supplier is unwilling or unable to meet our expectations or to remediate identified concerns, Cleaner Stockwell may suspend or terminate the relationship, taking into account legal and contractual obligations.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels

Cleaner Stockwell encourages a culture in which concerns about modern slavery, exploitation, or unethical conduct can be raised without fear of retaliation. Employees, agency workers, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders are encouraged to report any suspicion or knowledge of modern slavery in our operations or supply chains.

Reports can be made to line managers or senior management, or through internal whistleblowing channels communicated to all staff. Concerns can be raised anonymously where permitted by local law. All reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled as sensitively as possible. Retaliation against any person who raises a concern in good faith will not be tolerated and may lead to disciplinary action.

Training and Awareness

We provide appropriate training and guidance to relevant employees to help them identify indicators of modern slavery and to understand our policies and procedures. This includes managers responsible for procurement, supplier management, and workforce supervision. We also communicate our expectations to suppliers and seek to support continuous improvement in their practices.

Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our response to modern slavery risks sits with Cleaner Stockwell senior leadership. We monitor developments in legislation, guidance, and best practice to strengthen our approach over time and to reflect changes in our operations and supply chains.

This statement is reviewed at least annually to evaluate the effectiveness of our measures, to consider new risks, and to identify opportunities for improvement. Any significant changes to our policies, procedures, or risk profile will be reflected in an updated version of this statement.

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement has been approved by the leadership of Cleaner Stockwell and reflects our ongoing commitment to respect human rights and to prevent modern slavery in all aspects of our business.