Cleaner St John's Wood Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Cleaner St John's Wood in respect of the financial year ending 31 December and sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. Cleaner St John's Wood provides cleaning and related services and recognises that our responsibilities extend beyond legal compliance to the protection of fundamental human rights.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

Cleaner St John's Wood maintains a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour and child labour. We will not knowingly engage with or support any organisation involved in such practices. This commitment applies to every aspect of our operations, from our direct employment practices to the way we source products, equipment and services.

All employees, contractors and suppliers are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct. Any breach of this policy is treated as a serious disciplinary matter and may result in termination of employment or business relationships where appropriate. We are committed to acting with integrity and transparency in everything we do and to continuously improving our processes to combat modern slavery.

Our Supply Chain and Supplier Audits

Our supply chain includes providers of cleaning materials, equipment, specialist services and subcontracted labour. We recognise that certain categories of suppliers and regions carry a higher risk of modern slavery. As part of our risk management approach, we assess suppliers based on the nature of the goods or services provided, their location and their own supply chain structures.

We conduct supplier audits and checks that are proportionate to the level of risk identified. These may include pre-appointment due diligence, review of labour practices, verification of right-to-work processes and examination of health and safety arrangements. For higher-risk suppliers, we may require additional documentation and more frequent review. Where non-compliance or material concerns are found, we work with suppliers to develop corrective action plans and reserve the right to suspend or terminate relationships if improvements are not made within an agreed timeframe.

Policies, Training and Employee Awareness

Our approach to preventing modern slavery is supported by a suite of internal policies, including our recruitment, whistleblowing, health and safety and code of conduct policies. These policies are designed to promote fair treatment, safe working conditions and respect for human rights.

Staff involved in recruitment, procurement and contract management receive training tailored to their roles. This training covers identifying indicators of modern slavery, understanding risk factors in the cleaning and facilities sectors, and knowing how to escalate concerns. We also provide awareness materials for all staff so that modern slavery remains a visible and understood issue within the business.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Cleaner St John's Wood encourages anyone with concerns about modern slavery or unethical labour practices connected to our business to report them without delay. Concerns can be raised through our internal reporting channels, including line managers and senior management, or by using our whistleblowing mechanisms where individuals prefer a more confidential route.

We are committed to ensuring that no person who raises a concern in good faith suffers any form of detrimental treatment as a result. All reports are treated seriously and investigated promptly and impartially. Where appropriate, we will cooperate with law enforcement and regulatory authorities and take immediate steps to safeguard any individuals who may be at risk.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing process that requires constant vigilance and improvement. We regularly review our risk assessment processes, supplier management practices and training content to ensure they remain effective and relevant to the evolving risks in our sector.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed and approved at least annually by the leadership of Cleaner St John's Wood. As part of that review, we assess the effectiveness of our actions over the preceding year, including the outcomes of supplier audits, any reported concerns and the uptake of training. We then set clear objectives for the coming year to strengthen our safeguards, enhance transparency and deepen engagement with staff and suppliers.

By publishing this statement, Cleaner St John's Wood reaffirms its commitment to conducting business ethically, respecting human dignity and working proactively to eliminate modern slavery and human trafficking from our organisation and supply chains.