Cleaners Holland Park Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Cleaners Holland Park to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold and promote human rights and to act with integrity and transparency in all our business dealings.
Cleaners Holland Park operates in the cleaning and maintenance sector and engages with a range of suppliers, contractors, and service providers. We understand that modern slavery can occur in many forms, including forced labour, child labour, human trafficking, servitude, and debt bondage. We are committed to identifying and addressing any risks of such practices within our sphere of influence.
Our Zero-Tolerance Policy
Cleaners Holland Park maintains a clear and unequivocal zero-tolerance policy to modern slavery and human trafficking. Any form of exploitation is fundamentally incompatible with our values and standards. We expect all individuals working for or with us, in any capacity, to share this commitment.
Our policy applies to all employees, agency workers, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and any other third parties connected to our business. We will not knowingly engage with any organisation that is involved in, or fails to take adequate steps to prevent, modern slavery in its operations.
Where credible concerns arise, we will investigate and, if appropriate, suspend or terminate relationships with any party found to be in breach of this policy. We also support lawful and responsible remediation where individuals have been adversely affected.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We recognise that the greatest risk of modern slavery typically lies within extended supply chains. To address this, Cleaners Holland Park is committed to working only with suppliers and partners who uphold the same high ethical standards.
Our approach includes due diligence processes when onboarding new suppliers, requiring confirmation that they comply with all relevant labour and human rights laws and operate in line with our zero-tolerance position. We expect suppliers to maintain appropriate policies and controls to prevent modern slavery in their own operations and supply chains.
Cleaners Holland Park conducts periodic supplier audits and reviews, which may include site visits, document checks, and structured questionnaires. These audits are designed to assess compliance with labour, health and safety, and ethical sourcing standards. Where risks or non-compliance are identified, we work with suppliers on corrective action plans and monitor progress closely. Persistent or serious breaches may result in the termination of contracts.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
We encourage a culture of openness where concerns about modern slavery or unethical practices can be raised without fear of retaliation. All employees, workers, and suppliers are urged to report any suspicion or evidence of modern slavery linked to Cleaners Holland Park or its supply chain.
Concerns can be raised through established internal channels, including line managers and senior management. Reports may be made in confidence, and we will treat all disclosures seriously, investigate them promptly, and take appropriate action where necessary.
Retaliation against any person who makes a report in good faith will not be tolerated. We are committed to protecting whistleblowers and ensuring that they are not subjected to disadvantage as a result of speaking up.
Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement
Cleaners Holland Park provides training and guidance for relevant staff to help them recognise indicators of modern slavery and understand how to respond to potential risks. This includes awareness of high-risk sectors, recruitment practices, and the importance of verifying working conditions through direct engagement with workers where practical.
We continuously review our internal policies, due diligence processes, and contractual terms to ensure that they remain effective in preventing and addressing modern slavery. Feedback from employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders is taken into account as part of our improvement efforts.
Annual Review and Governance
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by the leadership of Cleaners Holland Park to ensure it remains accurate, relevant, and effective. The review considers changes in legislation, industry best practice, and any issues identified through our due diligence and audit activities.
As part of this annual process, we assess our progress against our commitments, update our risk assessments, and adjust our action plans accordingly. We remain committed to transparency in reporting on our efforts to prevent modern slavery and to strengthening our approach year on year.
This statement has been approved by the management of Cleaners Holland Park and reflects our ongoing commitment to operate as a responsible and ethical business.