Modern Slavery Statement for Cleaners Sw19
Cleaners Sw19 is committed to operating with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights across every part of our business. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can take many forms, including debt bondage, child labour, coercion, and deceptive recruitment practices, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward all such abuses.
Our approach is grounded in accountability and continuous improvement. We expect everyone acting on behalf of Cleaners Sw19 to uphold the same principles and to act in a way that protects the dignity and welfare of workers. This statement applies to our workforce, business partners, subcontractors, labour providers, and suppliers. We understand that vigilance is essential, especially where services rely on temporary labour, outsourced support, or cross-border sourcing.
We carry out due diligence when selecting and reviewing suppliers, with particular attention to labour practices, recruitment methods, working conditions, and document retention. Where appropriate, we request confirmations of compliance, assess risks by category and geography, and monitor for warning signs such as unusual payment arrangements, restricted movement, or signs of intimidation. If concerns arise, we investigate promptly and take decisive action, including suspension or termination of the relationship if needed.
Supplier audits are a core part of our controls. Cleaners Sw19 uses both scheduled and, where necessary, unannounced audits to check whether suppliers meet our standards. These audits may include reviews of payroll records, right-to-work checks, training logs, subcontracting arrangements, and worker welfare indicators. We also seek evidence that workers have access to fair recruitment, lawful hours, and safe accommodation where relevant. Findings are documented, and corrective actions are tracked to completion.
To support prevention, we train relevant team members to recognise potential indicators of exploitation. This includes understanding how modern slavery can appear in cleaning and facilities-related services, where workers may be vulnerable to pressure, dependency, or hidden third-party arrangements. We encourage a culture in which concerns are treated seriously and addressed without delay. Any manager, supervisor, or procurement lead must escalate suspected non-compliance immediately.
We also reserve the right to review supplier status where changes in ownership, staffing models, or subcontracting structures create additional risk. Modern slavery compliance is not treated as a one-time exercise. Instead, it is integrated into supplier onboarding, contract management, and periodic reassessment. This helps ensure that our standards remain effective as our business and market conditions evolve.
Reporting channels are available to support safe and timely disclosure of concerns. Employees and associated workers are encouraged to report any suspicion of exploitation, coercion, unsafe recruitment, withheld wages, or abusive treatment through internal management routes and formal compliance processes. Reports may be made confidentially, and all concerns are handled sensitively, with appropriate steps taken to protect individuals from retaliation. We expect all reports to be investigated objectively and recorded appropriately.
Our commitment extends beyond detection to remediation. If a risk or incident is identified, we work to protect affected individuals, preserve evidence, and engage with relevant parties to correct the issue. In serious cases, we may cease trading with a supplier or remove a subcontractor from the approved list. We also review whether existing controls need strengthening to prevent recurrence. This is part of our wider responsibility as a conscientious employer and service provider.
The effectiveness of this statement and the related controls is reviewed annually. Each review considers audit outcomes, supplier performance, training completion, reported concerns, and any changes in legal or operational risk. We update our procedures where necessary so that our anti-slavery measures remain practical, proportionate, and robust. As part of this process, we reinforce expectations across the business and remind stakeholders that modern slavery has no place in our organisation.
This statement reflects the values of Cleaners Sw19 and our continuing commitment to ethical practice. We believe that responsible business conduct includes protecting workers, challenging exploitation, and maintaining strong oversight of supply chains. By combining a zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, clear reporting channels, and annual review, we aim to reduce risk and uphold human rights in everything we do.
