Modern Slavery Statement for Cleaners W6

At Cleaners W6, 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, servitude, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that the cleaning sector can involve multiple suppliers, temporary labour, and subcontracted services, which may increase risk if oversight is not maintained. For that reason, zero tolerance is at the centre of our approach.

We do not accept any form of exploitation in our business, whether direct or indirect. Our policy applies to all staff, contractors, agency workers, and suppliers associated with Cleaners W6 services. Every individual involved in our work is expected to act responsibly and to comply with legal and ethical standards. We also require partners to share this commitment and to uphold fair recruitment, safe working conditions, and lawful employment practices.

To support this commitment, we assess modern slavery risks across our activities and review the labour practices of our business partners. This includes checking whether workers are recruited voluntarily, whether identity documents are retained appropriately, and whether wages, hours, and conditions are lawful. Any concern suggesting coercion, debt bondage, withheld pay, or restricted movement is treated as a serious matter and investigated promptly.

Supplier control is an essential part of our prevention strategy. We carry out supplier audits on a regular basis and may request evidence of employment checks, payroll practices, right-to-work verification, and subcontracting arrangements. Where appropriate, we also review training records and workplace policies to confirm that suppliers understand their obligations. If a supplier cannot meet our requirements, we may suspend the relationship until corrective action is completed.

Cleaners W6 expects all suppliers to maintain transparent records and to cooperate fully during audits. We look for indicators such as clear recruitment procedures, lawful age verification, and written contracts that prevent abuse. In higher-risk situations, we may increase the frequency of audits, request additional documentation, or conduct follow-up assessments. This helps us identify weak points early and reduce the possibility of exploitation entering our supply chain.

Training is another important safeguard. Managers and supervisors are briefed on the signs of modern slavery, including signs of fear, isolation, unusual dependency, and unexplained control by third parties. By improving awareness, we strengthen our ability to spot problems and take action before harm escalates. Our goal is to embed ethical conduct into everyday decisions, not simply to rely on policy documents alone.

We provide clear and confidential reporting channels so concerns can be raised safely. Employees and workers are encouraged to report suspicious behaviour, poor treatment, missing pay, or any sign that someone may be under pressure or control. Reports may be made without fear of retaliation, and every concern is taken seriously. We investigate promptly, protect confidentiality where possible, and involve senior management when needed.

Our reporting approach supports a culture of openness and accountability. If a concern is substantiated, we will take appropriate action, which may include supplier removal, contract review, disciplinary measures, or referral to the relevant authorities. The emphasis is on early intervention and the protection of vulnerable people. Cleaners W6 will not knowingly work with any organisation linked to exploitation.

We also maintain internal records of issues raised, audit findings, and corrective steps taken. These records help us track trends, understand risk patterns, and improve our controls over time. They also provide evidence that our anti-slavery efforts are active, measurable, and continuously monitored. Transparency is essential to demonstrating that our zero-tolerance stance is more than a statement of principle.

Our Modern Slavery Statement is subject to an annual review. Each year we reassess the effectiveness of our policies, the outcomes of supplier audits, any incidents reported, and any changes in legal or operational risk. This review allows us to update procedures, strengthen training, and improve due diligence where needed. By reviewing our approach annually, Cleaners W6 ensures that prevention remains current and practical.

The review process is supported by senior oversight, with responsibility shared across management, procurement, and operational teams. We aim to measure progress, identify any gaps, and confirm that our controls remain suitable for the scale and nature of our business. If new risks arise, such as a change in suppliers or labour models, we respond quickly with enhanced checks and updated safeguards.

Through this statement, Cleaners W6 reaffirms its zero-tolerance policy, active supplier audits, confidential reporting channels, and annual review cycle. We remain dedicated to ethical cleaning services, lawful labour practices, and the protection of human dignity in every part of our operations. Our commitment is ongoing, practical, and embedded in the way we work.