Cleaners Knightsbridge Modern Slavery Commitment

Cleaners Knightsbridge is committed to the highest standards of ethical conduct and integrity in all areas of our business operations. We recognise that modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation are serious crimes and human rights abuses. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent, identify, and address risks of modern slavery within our own operations and our supply chains.

Zero-Tolerance Approach to Modern Slavery

We operate a clear and strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. This applies to every aspect of our cleaning services, including the recruitment, employment, and management of staff, and to the selection and oversight of our suppliers and subcontractors. No form of coercion, forced labour, debt bondage, or child labour is acceptable under any circumstances.

All employees, from senior management to frontline cleaners, are expected to uphold this policy. We communicate our stance to our workforce during induction and through ongoing training, emphasising respect, fairness, and the right of all workers to operate in a safe and freely chosen employment environment.

Responsible Recruitment and Employment Practices

Cleaners Knightsbridge is committed to responsible recruitment and employment practices that help prevent modern slavery. We conduct right to work checks in line with applicable laws and ensure that all employment is voluntary. Employees are provided with clear written terms and conditions, including information about pay, hours of work, and entitlements.

We do not withhold identity documents, do not charge recruitment fees, and do not permit any form of intimidation or threat. Wages are paid directly to workers, and we ensure that wage deductions are lawful and transparent. We aim to foster a culture where all workers are treated with dignity and have equal access to opportunities, free from discrimination or harassment.

Supplier Standards and Audits

Our responsibility extends beyond our direct workforce to the suppliers and subcontractors who support our cleaning operations. We expect all suppliers to share our commitment to eradicating modern slavery. As part of our procurement process, suppliers are required to confirm that they comply with all relevant labour and human rights legislation and that they maintain policies and controls to prevent modern slavery.

We carry out risk-based supplier assessments and audits to verify compliance with our standards. These may include requested documentation, on-site inspections, and discussions with management and workers. Where potential issues are identified, we will engage with the supplier to implement corrective actions within a defined timeframe. If a supplier is unable or unwilling to meet our standards, we reserve the right to terminate the relationship.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels

Cleaners Knightsbridge encourages a speak-up culture in which employees, contractors, and other stakeholders feel safe to raise concerns about modern slavery or unethical conduct. Concerns can be reported to line managers or to senior management in confidence. Reports may include suspected exploitation, unfair recruitment practices, withheld wages, or unsafe or coercive working conditions.

All reports are taken seriously and are investigated promptly, impartially, and sensitively. We do not tolerate any form of retaliation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith. Where an investigation identifies evidence of modern slavery or related abuses, we will take immediate remedial action, which may include notifying relevant authorities and working to support affected individuals.

Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement

We provide relevant staff with training on recognising the signs of modern slavery and on the appropriate steps to take if they suspect abuse. Training materials are periodically updated to reflect evolving legal requirements, best practice, and lessons learned from audits and investigations.

We are committed to continuous improvement in our approach to tackling modern slavery. We monitor developments in legislation, industry guidance, and enforcement trends, and we review our policies and procedures to ensure they remain robust and effective. Feedback from workers, clients, and suppliers forms an important part of this process.

Annual Review and Governance

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once every year by the senior management of Cleaners Knightsbridge. The annual review considers the effectiveness of our actions, changes in our operations or supply chains, findings from audits, and any reported incidents. Where necessary, we update our policies, training, and supplier requirements to strengthen our controls.

By approving and publishing this statement, Cleaners Knightsbridge affirms its ongoing commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking and to promoting ethical, transparent, and responsible business practices across all aspects of our cleaning services.