Cleaners Harringay Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Cleaners Harringay in respect of the financial year ending 31 December. It sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. Cleaners Harringay provides cleaning services to residential and commercial customers and recognises its responsibility to uphold the highest ethical standards in all activities.
Modern slavery is a severe violation of fundamental human rights and includes slavery, servitude, human trafficking, forced and compulsory labour, debt bondage, and exploitation of vulnerable workers. Cleaners Harringay is committed to ensuring that modern slavery has no place in any part of our organisation or the supply chains that support our services.
Our Zero-Tolerance Policy
Cleaners Harringay operates a clear zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. We will not knowingly engage with or support any individual, organisation, or supplier involved in such practices. This commitment applies to all employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers who provide goods or services to our business.
Our zero-tolerance stance is embedded in our internal policies, which emphasise respect, fair treatment, and safe working conditions for all personnel. Breaches of our modern slavery policy are treated as serious misconduct and may result in disciplinary action, termination of contracts, or reporting to the relevant authorities where appropriate.
Responsible Recruitment and Employment Practices
We are committed to fair recruitment and employment practices that minimise the risk of labour exploitation. Cleaners Harringay ensures that all workers are engaged on voluntary terms, are free to leave their employment with appropriate notice, and are not required to surrender identity documents or pay recruitment fees.
We verify the right to work of all employees and take steps to ensure that wages, working hours, and conditions meet or exceed legal and industry standards. Our managers are expected to promote a culture of respect and transparency, where any concerns about unfair treatment can be raised without fear of retaliation.
Supplier Standards and Audits
Cleaners Harringay recognises that the risk of modern slavery can be present in supply chains, including suppliers of cleaning products, equipment, uniforms, and subcontracted services. We expect all suppliers to operate to the same ethical standards that we apply to ourselves.
Our supplier due diligence process includes assessing suppliers against our ethical criteria, which covers labour practices, worker welfare, and compliance with modern slavery legislation. Where appropriate, we request documentation to evidence compliance and may conduct periodic audits or site visits to verify standards.
Suppliers who are unable or unwilling to meet our requirements may have their contracts reviewed or terminated. We aim to build long-term relationships with suppliers who share our values and demonstrate continuous improvement in ethical practices.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Cleaners Harringay encourages all employees, workers, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any suspicion, concern, or knowledge of modern slavery connected with our business or supply chains. Concerns can be raised verbally or in writing directly to management or through existing internal reporting routes.
We maintain a whistleblowing approach that protects individuals who raise concerns in good faith. Reports are treated seriously, handled confidentially as far as reasonably possible, and investigated promptly. If evidence of modern slavery is identified, we will take immediate corrective action and, where necessary, cooperate with law enforcement and other competent authorities.
Training and Awareness
To support our zero-tolerance approach, we promote awareness of modern slavery risks among relevant staff, particularly those involved in recruitment, procurement, and supplier management. This may include induction briefings, guidance materials, and periodic refreshers to help staff recognise indicators of exploitation and understand how to escalate concerns.
We encourage a culture where everyone feels responsible for upholding human rights and preventing exploitation. Staff are reminded that ignoring warning signs is not acceptable and that they have a duty to act when something appears wrong.
Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review
Responsibility for overseeing this Modern Slavery Statement and related initiatives rests with the senior management of Cleaners Harringay. We monitor the effectiveness of our measures through feedback from staff, supplier performance, and the outcome of any audits or investigations.
This Statement is reviewed at least once every year to ensure it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with legal requirements and best practice. As part of the annual review, we consider any lessons learned, emerging risks, and opportunities to strengthen our approach, including enhancements to supplier due diligence, training, and reporting mechanisms.
Cleaners Harringay remains fully committed to continuous improvement in the prevention of modern slavery and human trafficking and to working collaboratively with employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders to uphold human dignity and ethical standards throughout our operations.