Stockwell Cleaners Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Stockwell Cleaners has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. Stockwell Cleaners provides professional cleaning services and recognises the responsibility we have to uphold and promote ethical labour practices in all aspects of our business.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Stockwell Cleaners has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and any form of exploitation. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure modern slavery is not taking place anywhere in our own business or in any of our supply chains.

This commitment is endorsed by senior management and is embedded within our core values. We expect the same high standards from all our contractors, suppliers, and other business partners. Any indication that a supplier or contractor is involved in or connected to modern slavery will be treated as a serious breach of our standards and may result in the termination of the relationship.

Our Supply Chains and Risk Management

Our supply chains include providers of cleaning products, equipment, workwear, and facilities-related services. We recognise that certain sectors and regions may present a higher risk of labour exploitation. As part of our risk management approach, we continuously review where our goods and services are sourced, the nature of the work being undertaken, and the labour practices associated with those activities.

We seek to work with reputable suppliers who share our commitment to ethical conduct and who can demonstrate that they have appropriate policies and processes in place to prevent modern slavery.

Supplier Standards and Audit Processes

Stockwell Cleaners requires suppliers to comply with all applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws. We communicate our zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery to suppliers and require them to confirm that their own operations and supply chains are free from forced or trafficked labour.

We reserve the right to carry out audits or assessments of key suppliers, particularly where the risk is judged to be higher. These audits may review working conditions, recruitment practices, use of labour agencies, and compliance with wage and hour requirements. Where gaps or concerns are identified, we will work with the supplier to agree corrective actions and timeframes. Failure to address legitimate concerns may lead to suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We are committed to fostering a culture where concerns about modern slavery, exploitation, or unethical behaviour can be raised without fear of retaliation. Employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers are encouraged to report any suspected case of modern slavery or human rights abuse connected to our business or supply chains.

Concerns can be raised through internal reporting channels, including line managers and senior management, or via established whistleblowing routes within the organisation. All reports will be taken seriously, investigated promptly, and handled as sensitively and confidentially as possible. We will take appropriate remedial action where wrongdoing is identified and will cooperate with relevant authorities as required.

Training and Awareness

Stockwell Cleaners aims to increase awareness of modern slavery risks among staff involved in procurement, supplier management, and operational roles. We provide guidance on identifying warning signs of labour exploitation and on the correct procedures for escalating concerns.

By improving knowledge and understanding, we strengthen our ability to identify and address potential risks at an early stage and to support ethical decision-making throughout the business.

Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery rests with senior management, who ensure that appropriate policies, risk assessments, and due diligence processes are in place and operating effectively. We monitor the effectiveness of our measures through our supplier reviews, feedback from staff, and the outcomes of any investigations or audits.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually to reflect changes in our business, emerging risks, and developments in best practice and legal requirements. Updates are approved at a senior level and communicated within the organisation. By continually reviewing and strengthening our approach, Stockwell Cleaners seeks to play its part in eliminating modern slavery and promoting fair and safe working conditions for all those connected to our business.