Cleaner Westminster Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Cleaner Westminster is taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold the highest ethical standards and to respect the human rights of all individuals who work for us, with us, or are affected by our activities.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Cleaner Westminster has a clear zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, servitude and coercion. We will not knowingly work with any organisation or individual that engages in, or is complicit in, such practices. This commitment is embedded in our values, policies, and day-to-day decision making.

All directors, managers, employees, contractors and suppliers are expected to act with integrity and to uphold this policy. Any breach is treated as a serious matter that may result in termination of employment or contract, as well as notification to relevant authorities where appropriate.

Governance and Responsibilities

The board of Cleaner Westminster holds overall responsibility for ensuring the effectiveness of our approach to modern slavery. Senior management is responsible for implementing this statement, overseeing risk assessments, and ensuring that relevant procedures are maintained and updated. Line managers are responsible for communicating expectations to their teams and for escalating concerns promptly.

Every employee has a duty to avoid involvement in any activity that could lead to, or suggest, a breach of our modern slavery standards. Staff are encouraged and expected to report concerns without delay.

Risk Assessment and Due Diligence

We carry out ongoing risk assessments to identify parts of our business and supply chain where the risk of modern slavery is more likely to arise. This includes considering sector, geography, type of work undertaken, and the use of temporary or migrant labour. Findings from these assessments inform the level of due diligence we apply to suppliers and partners.

Our due diligence measures include pre-appointment checks, verification of identity and right to work, and a review of labour practices where relevant. We aim to work only with organisations that can demonstrate a commitment to ethical employment standards.

Supplier Standards and Audits

Cleaner Westminster expects all suppliers, subcontractors and service providers to share our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery. Our supplier terms and conditions include obligations to comply with applicable labour laws, prohibit forced and child labour, and ensure that workers are employed voluntarily and on fair terms.

We conduct audits and reviews of selected suppliers based on risk. These audits may include requests for documentation, on-site visits where appropriate, and discussions with management about workforce practices. Where issues are identified, we expect prompt corrective action and reserve the right to suspend or terminate relationships if improvement is not achieved.

Training and Awareness

We provide training and guidance to employees, particularly those involved in procurement, recruitment and contract management, to help them recognise the signs of modern slavery and understand how to respond. Awareness-building is an ongoing process and forms part of our broader commitment to ethical conduct.

Reporting Concerns and Protection

Cleaner Westminster encourages anyone who has concerns about potential modern slavery within our operations or supply chain to speak up. Concerns can be raised with a line manager or through our internal reporting channels. Reports will be treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled as sensitively and confidentially as circumstances allow.

We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against any person who raises a concern in good faith. Individuals who come forward are supported throughout the process, and we take appropriate action where wrongdoing is identified.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We are committed to continuous improvement in our approach to tackling modern slavery. Each year we review our policies, risk assessments, supplier controls, training programmes and reporting mechanisms to ensure they remain effective and reflect evolving best practice and legal requirements.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed and approved annually by the board of Cleaner Westminster. It reflects our ongoing determination to maintain ethical supply chains, protect vulnerable workers, and contribute to the eradication of modern slavery in all its forms.