Cleaners Maida Vale Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Cleaners Maida Vale in recognition of our responsibility to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation in all aspects of our business and supply chains. We are committed to operating ethically, transparently, and in full compliance with applicable legislation and recognised best practice.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Cleaners Maida Vale has a clear zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. We do not accept any form of forced, bonded, or compulsory labour, and we oppose the exploitation of vulnerable individuals in any context. This commitment applies to all employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers that provide goods or services to our business.
Every person working for or with Cleaners Maida Vale is expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity. Any involvement in activities linked to modern slavery, whether direct or indirect, is strictly prohibited and may result in immediate termination of contracts or working relationships and, where appropriate, referral to relevant authorities.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Cleaners Maida Vale provides professional cleaning services to residential and commercial clients. Our operations rely on teams of cleaning staff, management personnel, and a network of suppliers that provide cleaning products, equipment, workwear, and related services. We recognise that some sectors of the cleaning industry and associated supply chains may present heightened risks of labour exploitation.
We are committed to identifying, assessing, and addressing these risks to ensure that all individuals involved in our business are treated with respect, paid fairly, and work voluntarily in safe conditions.
Due Diligence and Supplier Audits
We conduct due diligence on new and existing suppliers to ensure they share our values and comply with applicable labour and human rights standards. This includes assessing their policies, practices, and track record on preventing modern slavery and exploitation.
Where appropriate, we carry out supplier audits, which may involve requesting documentation, conducting site visits, and reviewing recruitment and employment practices. We expect suppliers to be transparent about their operations and to cooperate fully with any requests for information or verification.
Suppliers are required to confirm that they do not engage in modern slavery, that they comply with relevant employment laws, and that they cascade these expectations to their own subcontractors and supply chains. We reserve the right to end relationships with suppliers that fail to meet our standards or refuse to remedy identified issues.
Reporting Channels and Protection
Cleaners Maida Vale encourages anyone who has concerns about possible modern slavery or unethical labour practices within our operations or supply chains to report these concerns without delay. Concerns may be raised to a line manager, a senior member of management, or through any internal reporting mechanism provided by the company.
We are committed to ensuring that individuals who raise concerns in good faith are protected from retaliation or adverse treatment. All reports will be treated seriously and handled sensitively, with appropriate steps taken to investigate and, where necessary, to take corrective action.
If we identify evidence of modern slavery or related abuses, we will act promptly, which may include engaging with the affected individuals, addressing issues with the supplier or contractor involved, and notifying relevant authorities where required.
Training and Awareness
We recognise that awareness and understanding are vital in preventing modern slavery. Cleaners Maida Vale aims to provide appropriate guidance and training to relevant staff, particularly those involved in recruitment, human resources, procurement, and supplier management.
Training focuses on recognising indicators of modern slavery, understanding our policies, and knowing how to report concerns. We expect managers to promote a culture where ethical practices are the norm and where staff feel confident to speak up.
Monitoring, Review, and Continuous Improvement
We are committed to continually improving our approach to tackling modern slavery and human trafficking. This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by our management team to assess its effectiveness and to ensure it reflects current risks, legal requirements, and best practice.
As part of the annual review, we consider feedback from staff and suppliers, findings from any audits or investigations, and developments in legislation or industry standards. Where necessary, we update our policies, procedures, and training to strengthen our safeguards against modern slavery.
This statement represents the commitment of Cleaners Maida Vale to uphold human rights and dignity in all our activities and to work towards a supply chain that is free from modern slavery and exploitation.
