Modern Slavery Statement for Cleaners Richmond Upon Thames
At Cleaners Richmond Upon Thames, we are committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and child exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that even service-based businesses must remain vigilant, and we maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any form of abuse or exploitation.
Our responsibilities extend across every part of our organisation, including recruitment, subcontracting, procurement, and supplier management. We expect the same high standards from everyone acting on our behalf. As a responsible cleaning provider in Richmond upon Thames, we understand that ethical practice is not optional; it is central to the way we work, the people we employ, and the partners we choose.
This statement applies to all staff, temporary workers, contractors, and suppliers connected to Cleaners in Richmond Upon Thames. We regularly review our procedures to ensure they align with current legal requirements and recognised best practice. Our aim is to identify, reduce, and eliminate any risk of modern slavery through proactive due diligence, transparent reporting, and clear accountability.
We operate a zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery and human trafficking. Any evidence, suspicion, or indication of exploitative labour will be treated seriously and investigated promptly. We will not knowingly work with any person or organisation that fails to uphold ethical employment standards. Where concerns are substantiated, we will take appropriate action, which may include termination of contracts, reporting to the relevant authorities, and internal disciplinary measures.
Supplier oversight is a key part of our prevention strategy. Cleaner Richmond Upon Thames services depend on reliable materials, equipment, and supporting services, so we assess suppliers before engagement and continue monitoring them throughout the relationship. This includes risk-based supplier audits, checks on labour practices, and requests for evidence of compliance with employment and safeguarding laws. Suppliers may be asked to confirm their own anti-slavery controls, training, and subcontractor standards.
We also expect suppliers to maintain accurate records and to cooperate fully with any audit or review. If a supplier operates in a higher-risk sector or geography, we apply enhanced checks and may require corrective actions. Our procurement decisions are influenced not only by price and quality, but also by ethical performance and commitment to fair labour practices.
To support early identification of concerns, we provide clear reporting channels for employees and associated workers. Concerns may be raised through management, internal reporting procedures, or designated safeguarding routes. All reports are handled sensitively and, where appropriate, confidentially. We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against anyone who speaks up in good faith.
Training and awareness are important to our prevention efforts. Staff involved in recruitment, purchasing, and supervision are encouraged to recognise warning signs such as restricted movement, withheld documents, unusual control over workers, or unexplained vulnerability. By strengthening awareness across the business, Cleaners Richmond Upon Thames aims to create a culture in which exploitation is less likely to occur and more likely to be detected early.
We are also committed to keeping our procedures practical and effective. Where risk is identified, we will take immediate steps to assess the facts, protect any potential victims, and work with relevant partners where necessary. This may include reviewing contracts, increasing monitoring, or requiring improvements from suppliers before continuing the relationship.
Our commitment is supported by regular governance and oversight. Senior management has responsibility for ensuring this statement is implemented, understood, and maintained across the organisation. We recognise that ethical labour practices must be embedded in day-to-day decision-making, not treated as a one-off exercise. Therefore, modern slavery risks are considered alongside other operational and compliance matters.
We will carry out an annual review of this statement and our associated controls. The review will assess the effectiveness of supplier audits, reporting mechanisms, recruitment checks, and staff awareness measures. It will also consider any new risks arising from changes in legislation, supplier arrangements, or service delivery models. Improvements will be documented and actioned where needed.
As a trusted provider of cleaning services in Richmond upon Thames, we believe that dignity, safety, and lawful employment must remain at the heart of every working relationship. Our modern slavery commitments are intended to protect workers, uphold trust, and ensure that our business operates responsibly. We will continue to strengthen our controls and reinforce our zero-tolerance stance year after year.