Modern Slavery Statement for Stockwell Cleaners

Stockwell Cleaners is committed to conducting all aspects of its business with integrity, dignity, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. Our zero-tolerance policy applies across every level of the business, and we expect the same standard from every supplier, contractor, and business partner.

As a cleaning services provider, we recognise that our sector can face heightened risks due to complex labour arrangements and subcontracting. For that reason, Stockwell Cleaner practices are built around vigilance, transparency, and responsible procurement. We seek to ensure that all workers are treated fairly, paid appropriately, and able to work freely without coercion, deception, or abuse.

Our commitment extends beyond compliance. We actively embed ethical sourcing into purchasing decisions and operational planning. Any evidence or suspicion of modern slavery is treated seriously and investigated promptly. We also require managers to remain alert to warning signs such as restricted movement, document retention, excessive working hours, debt bondage, or intimidation.

Policies and Governance

Stockwell Cleaners maintains internal controls designed to reduce the risk of exploitation. Our policies prohibit forced labour, child labour, and any form of servitude. These standards are communicated to employees and relevant third parties so that everyone understands the expectations placed on them. We review labour practices routinely and apply corrective action where standards are not met.

Governance responsibility rests with senior management, who oversee implementation and monitoring of this statement. Training is provided to relevant staff so they can identify risk indicators and respond appropriately. By keeping the issue visible in decision-making, Stockwell Cleaners modern slavery statement remains a living commitment rather than a static document.

We also require due diligence before engaging new suppliers. This includes checking their labour practices, asking for confirmation of compliance with applicable laws, and assessing whether their own sourcing arrangements present heightened risk. Where concerns arise, we may decline to work with a supplier or require immediate remedial action.

Supplier Standards and Audits

Our supplier relationships are managed with care because we understand that risk can enter the supply chain at multiple points. Every supplier is expected to follow our ethical standards and to maintain lawful employment practices. We reserve the right to conduct supplier audits, either announced or unannounced, depending on the nature of the risk and the services involved.

These audits may involve document checks, interviews, site observations, and review of labour records. The purpose is not only to identify breaches, but also to support improvement where appropriate. If a supplier fails to meet required standards, we will work with them on a corrective plan or end the relationship if the issue cannot be resolved.

We recognise that robust monitoring is essential in the cleaning industry, where temporary staffing and outsourced functions can obscure accountability. For that reason, our cleaner slavery controls are designed to identify concerns early and ensure that remediation is swift, fair, and documented.

Reporting, Protection, and Review

How concerns are raised

Stockwell Cleaners encourages all workers, suppliers, and stakeholders to report concerns about modern slavery or unethical conduct through established internal reporting channels. Reports may be made confidentially, and we prohibit retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith. Allegations are reviewed promptly and escalated when necessary.

Where a report indicates potential harm, we will take immediate steps to safeguard affected individuals and to preserve relevant evidence. We may involve external specialists, legal advisers, or relevant authorities where appropriate. This approach supports our commitment to responsible business conduct and reinforces the principle that exploitation has no place in our operations.

This statement is reviewed annually by senior management to ensure it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with legal and ethical expectations. The review considers emerging risks, supplier performance, training needs, and the effectiveness of our reporting channels. Updates are made whenever necessary to strengthen the prevention of modern slavery across Stockwell Cleaners and its supply chain.

Through these measures, Stockwell Cleaners aims to uphold a workplace culture based on fairness, accountability, and respect. Our modern slavery statement reflects an ongoing duty to protect human rights and to ensure that all parts of our business operate responsibly. We remain committed to continuous improvement and to taking decisive action wherever risk is identified.