Modern Slavery Statement

Cleaner Surrey Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Cleaner Surrey takes to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We are committed to operating ethically and with integrity, and to ensuring that the rights and dignity of all people involved in our business are protected.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Cleaner Surrey has a clear zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and all forms of exploitation. We expect the same high standards from our employees, contractors, and every organisation that supplies goods or services to us. We will not knowingly work with any party that is involved in, or fails to take adequate steps to prevent, modern slavery in their own operations or supply chains.

Our leadership team is responsible for promoting a culture in which exploitation is never accepted, challenged at every opportunity, and reported promptly. Any concern or evidence of modern slavery is treated seriously, investigated thoroughly, and acted upon without delay.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Cleaner Surrey provides cleaning and related services to a range of clients. Our supply chains include the procurement of cleaning materials, equipment, workwear, facilities management services, and, in some cases, the use of labour agencies for temporary staffing. We recognise that certain segments of our supply chain and some regions may pose higher risks, and we focus particular attention and resources on those areas.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We require our suppliers and contractors to uphold labour and human rights that are consistent with our own standards. As part of our supplier onboarding, we assess the ethical practices of new suppliers, including their policies on modern slavery, recruitment, and worker welfare.

Cleaner Surrey conducts periodic supplier audits, prioritising those suppliers identified as higher risk by virtue of the services they provide or the locations in which they operate. These audits may include document reviews, interviews, site visits, and verification of employment and pay practices. Where non-compliance or significant concern is identified, we require corrective actions within clear timeframes and, where necessary, we suspend or terminate the relationship.

Employee Awareness and Responsibilities

All employees share responsibility for helping to detect and prevent modern slavery. We provide guidance so that staff can recognise warning signs, such as signs of coercion, restricted freedom of movement, unusual wage arrangements, or indications that documents have been confiscated. Managers are expected to support colleagues who raise concerns and to ensure that any issues are escalated appropriately.

Reporting Channels and Protection

Cleaner Surrey encourages anyone who suspects that modern slavery may be taking place in our business or supply chain to speak up. Concerns can be raised through internal reporting channels, including line managers or dedicated reporting routes established by the company. Reports can be made in confidence, and all information is handled sensitively and in accordance with our internal procedures.

We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against any person who raises a concern in good faith. Allegations are reviewed promptly, investigated impartially, and, where appropriate, reported to relevant authorities. We work cooperatively with law enforcement and other agencies where there is evidence of criminal activity.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Cleaner Surrey is committed to continually improving our approach to identifying, preventing, and addressing modern slavery risks. We monitor developments in legislation, best practice, and industry initiatives so that we can strengthen our policies and procedures over time.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually by our leadership team. As part of that review, we evaluate the effectiveness of our supplier audits, staff awareness activities, and reporting mechanisms. Where gaps or opportunities for improvement are identified, we update our processes and communicate changes to our workforce and relevant suppliers. This statement represents our ongoing commitment to ensuring that modern slavery has no place in Cleaner Surrey or in the supply chains that support our services.