Modern Slavery Statement

Stockwell Cleaners Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Stockwell Cleaners to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our business operations and supply chains. Stockwell Cleaners is committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business relationships and to implementing effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery is not taking place anywhere in our organisation or in our supply chain.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Stockwell Cleaners has a clear and unequivocal zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, servitude, and all forms of exploitation. We expect the same high standards from all those we work with, including suppliers, contractors, and business partners. Any direct or indirect involvement in modern slavery is strictly prohibited and will result in decisive action, which may include termination of contracts and referral to relevant authorities.

All managers and those involved in procurement and supplier management are required to understand and uphold this policy. We communicate our expectations clearly so that all parties are aware of their obligations and the consequences of non-compliance.

Our Supply Chain and Supplier Standards

Our supply chain primarily includes providers of cleaning products, consumables, equipment, and associated services. Stockwell Cleaners is committed to working only with suppliers who share our values and who can demonstrate that they operate in accordance with applicable labour, human rights, and health and safety laws.

We require suppliers to confirm that they do not engage in, or support, any form of modern slavery and that they have appropriate policies and controls in place. Suppliers are expected to ensure the same standards are upheld throughout their own supply chains.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

To support our zero-tolerance policy, Stockwell Cleaners conducts proportionate risk-based due diligence and audits of key suppliers. This may include requesting documentation regarding labour practices, reviewing policies on modern slavery and human rights, and assessing procedures for verifying worker age, identity, and right to work.

Where appropriate, we may carry out site visits or request third-party audit reports. If any supplier is found to be in breach of our standards or is unable to provide satisfactory evidence of compliance, we will seek corrective action within a reasonable timeframe. Failure to remediate concerns or provide sufficient assurance can result in the suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Stockwell Cleaners encourages all employees, agency staff, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to raise concerns about any issue or suspicion of modern slavery in any part of our business or supply chain. We provide accessible internal reporting channels and promote an open culture where concerns can be raised in good faith without fear of victimisation or retaliation.

Reports can be made confidentially through our established reporting procedures. All concerns raised will be taken seriously, investigated promptly, and handled sensitively. Where appropriate, issues will be escalated to senior management for further review and action.

Training, Awareness, and Responsibilities

Relevant employees, particularly those in procurement, contract management, and site supervision roles, receive guidance to help them identify indicators of modern slavery and understand the correct process for reporting concerns. We aim to increase awareness so that our people can recognise risks and contribute actively to preventing exploitation.

Responsibility for implementing and overseeing this Statement sits with senior management, who ensure that appropriate resources are allocated to uphold our commitments.

Monitoring, Review, and Continuous Improvement

Stockwell Cleaners is committed to continuous improvement in the prevention of modern slavery. We monitor the effectiveness of our policies, due diligence processes, and supplier engagements to identify areas for enhancement.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually, or more frequently where necessary in response to changes in legislation, business operations, or identified risks. Any updates will reflect our ongoing commitment to combatting modern slavery and ensuring that our practices remain robust, transparent, and effective.

This Statement has been approved by the leadership of Stockwell Cleaners and represents our ongoing commitment to operating responsibly, ethically, and in full respect of human rights.