Modern Slavery Statement for Hackney Cleaner
Hackney Cleaner is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, debt bondage, and exploitative working practices in our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery risk can exist in any sector, and we take a proactive approach to identifying, preventing, and addressing it.
Our zero-tolerance policy applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and business partners. We do not accept any form of coercion, intimidation, withholding of wages, passport retention, or unsafe and unlawful working conditions. At Hackney Cleaner, compliance with ethical labour standards is a core requirement of doing business, and any breach may result in immediate corrective action or termination of the relationship.
We are also committed to building awareness across our organisation. Training and internal communication help our teams understand the warning signs of exploitation and the importance of speaking up. By embedding these standards into our culture, we strengthen our commitment to a fair and responsible Hackney Cleaner modern slavery statement framework.
Our Supply Chain and Due Diligence
Hackney Cleaner works with suppliers that support our service delivery, including providers of equipment, consumables, and outsourced labour where applicable. We apply due diligence measures to new and existing suppliers to reduce the risk of modern slavery in our supply chain. This includes reviewing policies, asking about labour standards, and assessing whether suppliers have appropriate controls in place.
Where a risk is identified, we may request further documentation, conduct additional checks, or require a corrective action plan. Supplier audits are an important part of our approach. These audits may be scheduled or triggered by concerns, and they help us evaluate employment practices, wage arrangements, worker welfare, and overall compliance with ethical standards. We expect suppliers to cooperate fully and to demonstrate continuous improvement.
Our procurement decisions are guided not only by price and service quality, but also by integrity and responsible sourcing. In practice, this means that Hackney Cleaner modern slavery controls are considered at every stage of supplier selection and relationship management.
Reporting Channels and Safeguarding Concerns
We encourage anyone connected with our business to report concerns about exploitation, unethical labour practices, or potential modern slavery without fear of retaliation. Reporting channels are available through internal management routes and designated safeguarding procedures. Concerns may relate to recruitment fees, restricted movement, unsafe accommodation, excessive working hours, or any other sign that a worker may be under pressure or control.
All reports are treated seriously, handled sensitively, and investigated promptly. Where appropriate, we will take immediate steps to protect affected individuals, preserve evidence, and engage with relevant stakeholders. Hackney Cleaner expects a culture of openness in which people feel confident to raise concerns early. We make it clear that raising an issue in good faith will never result in punishment or disadvantage.
Our response process focuses on safeguarding, fairness, and accountability. If a problem is confirmed, we will work with the relevant parties to correct the issue and prevent recurrence. This may involve staff retraining, supplier remediation, enhanced monitoring, or ending a commercial relationship where necessary.
Governance, Monitoring, and Review
Responsibility for modern slavery prevention sits with senior management, supported by operational teams involved in recruitment, purchasing, and contract oversight. We regularly review labour-related risks and monitor our procedures to ensure they remain effective and proportionate. This helps us stay alert to emerging risks and reinforces the importance of ethical conduct throughout the business.
We will conduct an annual review of this statement and our related controls to measure progress and identify areas for improvement. The review will consider supplier performance, audit findings, training activity, reported concerns, and any changes in legislation or best practice. Where necessary, we will update our processes to strengthen our response to modern slavery risks.
Hackney Cleaner remains firmly committed to preventing exploitation in all its forms. Through our zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, clear reporting channels, and annual review, we aim to uphold the highest standards of responsible business practice and protect the dignity and rights of every person connected with our work.