Battersea Cleaner Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Battersea Cleaner to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold the highest ethical standards and to protect the rights and dignity of all workers who contribute to our services.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Battersea Cleaner has a clear and uncompromising zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, servitude, and child labour. We are committed to conducting all aspects of our business in a manner that respects human rights, complies with relevant legislation, and promotes fair and safe working conditions.

We expect everyone who works for us or on our behalf to share this commitment. Any evidence or credible suspicion of modern slavery within our operations or supply chains will result in immediate investigation and, where appropriate, decisive action, which may include the termination of contracts and cooperation with law enforcement authorities.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Battersea Cleaner provides professional cleaning services, employing staff directly and engaging with a range of suppliers and contractors for equipment, cleaning products, and specialist services. We recognise that modern slavery risks can occur at different stages of these supply chains, especially where there are multiple tiers of subcontracting or sourcing from high-risk regions.

We aim to work only with reputable suppliers and partners who can demonstrate that they operate in accordance with our values and legal obligations, including respect for workers and adherence to labour, health, and safety standards.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We are developing and implementing supplier standards that set clear expectations regarding labour practices, worker welfare, and ethical conduct. These standards form part of our supplier selection and ongoing relationship management. We reserve the right to assess and, where necessary, audit our suppliers and contractors to verify compliance with our modern slavery requirements.

Audits may involve requesting documentation, reviewing policies and procedures, and, when appropriate, conducting site visits or interviews with relevant personnel. If a supplier is found to be in breach of our standards, we will work with them to address the issues within a reasonable timeframe. Where corrective actions are not taken or where serious violations occur, we may suspend or terminate the business relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Battersea Cleaner encourages all employees, contractors, and other stakeholders to raise concerns about potential or suspected modern slavery in our business or supply chains. Concerns can be reported to line managers, senior management, or through established internal reporting mechanisms without fear of retaliation.

We are committed to treating all reports seriously, investigating them promptly and fairly, and taking appropriate and proportionate action in response to any findings. We will ensure that, as far as possible, the confidentiality of individuals who raise concerns is protected, and that they are not subjected to detrimental treatment for doing so.

Training and Awareness

We are working to raise awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff, particularly those involved in procurement, supplier management, and recruitment. Training and guidance will help our people recognise indicators of modern slavery and understand how to respond to concerns or incidents.

By building knowledge and awareness, we aim to embed a culture of vigilance and responsibility throughout our organisation, ensuring that ethical considerations are integrated into everyday decision-making.

Review and Continuous Improvement

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed annually by senior management to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with current legislation and best practice. As part of this review, we will evaluate our policies, risk assessments, supplier due diligence, and training initiatives, and identify opportunities for improvement.

Battersea Cleaner is committed to continuous improvement in preventing modern slavery and to increasing transparency in the way we manage and report on these risks. This statement has been approved by the management of Battersea Cleaner and represents our ongoing commitment to protecting the rights and welfare of all those who work with and for us.