Cleaner Hounslow Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Cleaner Hounslow is taking to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. Cleaner Hounslow is committed to conducting all activities ethically, transparently, and in full respect of human rights. This statement relates to the financial year ending 31 March and will be reviewed annually.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Cleaner Hounslow has a strict zero-tolerance policy to modern slavery and human trafficking. We will not knowingly engage with any organisation or individual involved in, or benefiting from, these practices. All employees, contractors, and suppliers are expected to act with integrity and to support our commitment to preventing exploitation in any form.

We embed this approach through our policies, contractual terms, and day-to-day management practices. Any suspected instance of modern slavery linked to our activities will be treated as a serious breach of our standards and may result in termination of contracts, referral to relevant authorities, and other corrective measures.

Governance and Responsibility

Overall responsibility for this statement and its implementation rests with the senior leadership of Cleaner Hounslow. Managers at all levels are responsible for ensuring their teams understand and comply with our modern slavery requirements. Human resources, procurement, and contract management teams each play a key role in identifying risks, enforcing standards, and supporting remedial action where needed.

Risk Assessment and Due Diligence

We assess modern slavery risk across our operations and supply chains, focusing on areas where work is low paid, seasonal, subcontracted, or reliant on migrant labour. This includes services such as cleaning, maintenance, waste management, and the sourcing of equipment, uniforms, and consumables.

Before working with new suppliers, we carry out proportionate due diligence. This may include reviewing policies on labour and human rights, assessing recruitment practices, and checking compliance with relevant legislation and codes of conduct. Existing suppliers are periodically reassessed, particularly where there are changes in ownership, operating locations, or the nature of services provided.

Supplier Standards and Audits

All suppliers providing goods or services to Cleaner Hounslow are expected to comply with our zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery. Supplier contracts include clear obligations to uphold fair and safe working conditions, prohibit forced or compulsory labour, and ensure workers are free to leave employment in accordance with legal and contractual requirements.

We reserve the right to audit suppliers to verify compliance with these obligations. Audits may be conducted on a planned or unannounced basis and can include site visits, worker interviews, document reviews, and checks on labour agencies used by the supplier. Where non-compliance is identified, we will require corrective action within a defined timeframe and may suspend or terminate relationships if improvements are not made.

Training and Awareness

Cleaner Hounslow is committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks among employees and key partners. Training is provided to staff involved in procurement, contract management, recruitment, and frontline supervision to help them identify indicators of exploitation and respond appropriately. Guidance is also made available to other employees so they understand how to recognise concerns and where to report them.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing

We encourage anyone working for or with Cleaner Hounslow to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking, whether within our operations or in our supply chains. Reports can be made to line managers, senior management, or designated safeguarding and compliance contacts within the organisation.

We will take all reports seriously, investigate them promptly, and, where appropriate, involve specialist agencies or authorities. We do not tolerate any form of victimisation or retaliation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith. Confidentiality will be respected as far as possible, and support will be provided to those affected by exploitation.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Cleaner Hounslow recognises that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility. We are committed to continuous improvement in the way we identify, prevent, and address risks. Lessons learned from audits, investigations, and stakeholder feedback are used to strengthen our policies, processes, and training.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by senior leadership to ensure it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with legal requirements and best practice. Updates are approved at the highest appropriate level within Cleaner Hounslow, and any significant changes to our approach are communicated to employees, suppliers, and relevant partners.

By publishing this statement, Cleaner Hounslow reaffirms its commitment to working collaboratively with employees, suppliers, communities, and authorities to eradicate modern slavery and human trafficking from our operations and supply chains.