Shoreditch Cleaners Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the actions taken by Shoreditch Cleaners to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our business operations and supply chains. As a professional cleaning services provider, we recognise our responsibility to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and human rights.

Our Approach and Scope

Shoreditch Cleaners is committed to ensuring that modern slavery has no place in our organisation or in any part of our supply chains. This statement applies to all employees, contractors, agency workers, and suppliers engaged in providing goods or services to Shoreditch Cleaners. Senior management is responsible for overseeing the effective implementation of this statement and for ensuring that it is understood and followed across the business.

Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a clear and unequivocal zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. We will not knowingly engage with, or support, any business or individual involved in such practices. Any suspicion or evidence of modern slavery connected to our operations or suppliers will be treated as a serious breach of our standards and may result in termination of contracts, reporting to relevant authorities, and other corrective actions deemed necessary.

All staff are expected to act with integrity and to uphold our zero-tolerance approach in their day-to-day work, from recruitment and onboarding to purchasing decisions and supplier management.

Our Supply Chains and Supplier Standards

Our supply chains include providers of cleaning products, equipment, uniforms, facilities services, and other business support services. We seek to work only with suppliers who share our commitment to ethical labour practices and compliance with all relevant labour, employment, and human rights laws.

We communicate our expectations regarding modern slavery and ethical conduct to suppliers and require them to confirm that they do not engage in, or tolerate, forced labour, child labour, human trafficking, or exploitative working conditions. Where appropriate, our contractual terms may include obligations relating to modern slavery prevention and cooperation with our monitoring activities.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

Shoreditch Cleaners undertakes proportionate due diligence on suppliers based on the nature of the goods or services provided and the level of risk identified. This may include pre-engagement checks, review of labour practices, and assessment of policies related to modern slavery and human rights.

We reserve the right to conduct audits or request evidence from suppliers to demonstrate compliance with our standards. These audits may cover working conditions, recruitment practices, use of subcontractors, and adherence to local labour laws. Where we identify areas for improvement, we will engage with suppliers to encourage corrective actions within reasonable timeframes and may reassess the relationship if concerns are not adequately addressed.

Employee Awareness and Reporting Channels

We are committed to raising awareness among our employees about the risks of modern slavery and how to recognise potential warning signs. Staff involved in recruitment, procurement, and contract management are particularly encouraged to familiarise themselves with this statement and our internal procedures.

Any employee, contractor, or other stakeholder who has concerns or suspicions about modern slavery related to Shoreditch Cleaners or its supply chains is encouraged to report them through our internal reporting channels. Reports can be made to line managers or senior management. Concerns will be handled sensitively, investigated promptly, and treated confidentially as far as reasonably possible. We will not tolerate any form of retaliation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Shoreditch Cleaners recognises that tackling modern slavery requires ongoing vigilance and continuous improvement. We regularly review our policies, supplier relationships, and risk assessments to strengthen our approach and to respond to emerging risks or changes in legislation.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once every twelve months by senior management to ensure it remains current, effective, and aligned with best practice. Where necessary, we update our procedures and communicate changes across the business and to relevant suppliers.

By publishing this statement, Shoreditch Cleaners reaffirms its commitment to ethical practice, respect for human rights, and the eradication of modern slavery in all its forms.