Cleaners Hounslow Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement
This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps Cleaners Hounslow takes to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our business operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery is a serious crime and a gross violation of fundamental human rights. We are committed to acting ethically, transparently, and with integrity in all our business relationships.
Our Business and Commitment
Cleaners Hounslow provides commercial and domestic cleaning services. Our workforce includes directly employed staff and subcontracted workers, and we source equipment, uniforms, and cleaning materials from a range of suppliers. We acknowledge that the cleaning sector can be vulnerable to labour exploitation, and we therefore place particular emphasis on safeguarding workers and maintaining robust controls.
We are committed to ensuring that there is no modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, or exploitation in any part of our business or supply chains. This commitment is embedded in our policies, management systems, and day-to-day decision making.
Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery
Cleaners Hounslow operates a clear zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. This policy applies to all employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers. Any form of forced, bonded, or involuntary labour, exploitation of vulnerable individuals, or abuse of power for labour or service is strictly prohibited.
Our zero-tolerance position means that we will not knowingly engage with any individual or organisation involved in modern slavery. Where credible concerns or evidence arise, we will act promptly to suspend or terminate relationships, cooperate with relevant authorities, and take remedial actions to protect affected workers.
Due Diligence and Supplier Audits
We seek to work only with suppliers and subcontractors who share our commitment to ethical labour practices. As part of our due diligence, we assess the risk of modern slavery in our supply chain and prioritise higher-risk areas for additional scrutiny.
Our approaches include requesting information on labour practices, worker recruitment, and employment terms; requiring confirmation of compliance with applicable labour laws; and incorporating contractual clauses on modern slavery and ethical standards into our supplier agreements.
Where appropriate, we conduct supplier audits, which may include site visits, document reviews, and discussions with management and workers. These audits are designed to identify indicators of forced or exploitative labour, such as retention of identity documents, recruitment fees, restrictions on movement, or unfair wage practices. Any non-compliance identified through these audits will result in corrective action plans with clear timelines. Persistent non-compliance or failure to implement agreed improvements may lead to the termination of the business relationship.
Training, Awareness, and Reporting Channels
We aim to build awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff, supervisors, and managers. Where relevant to their role, personnel receive guidance on recognising signs of exploitation and understanding the company’s procedures for raising and addressing concerns.
Cleaners Hounslow encourages all workers, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any concerns related to modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Concerns can be raised through line managers, senior management, or other established internal channels. Reports can be made confidentially, and we will take all allegations seriously. We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith.
When concerns are reported, we will investigate promptly, take appropriate action, and, where necessary, cooperate with law enforcement or other competent authorities. We are committed to supporting affected individuals and taking steps to prevent reoccurrence.
Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review
Responsibility for implementing and monitoring this Modern Slavery Statement rests with the senior management team of Cleaners Hounslow. They are accountable for ensuring that our policies remain effective, that risks are understood, and that improvement actions are implemented.
We monitor key indicators such as supplier audit outcomes, reported concerns, and corrective actions. Lessons learned from investigations or audits are used to strengthen our processes, contracts, and training.
This statement is reviewed annually, or more frequently if required by changes in legislation, business operations, or identified risks. The annual review considers the effectiveness of our controls, developments in best practice, and feedback from workers and stakeholders. Updated versions of this statement will reflect any enhancements to our approach and reaffirm our ongoing commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking within Cleaners Hounslow and our supply chains.