Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery Statement for Cleaners Colliers Wood

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the actions taken by Cleaners Colliers Wood to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically, transparently and with integrity in all business dealings and relationships, and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure modern slavery does not occur.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Cleaners Colliers Wood provides professional cleaning services to residential and commercial clients. Our operations rely on directly engaged staff and a network of approved suppliers and subcontractors who may provide cleaning products, equipment, specialist services and additional labour. We recognise that elements of the cleaning and facilities sector can be vulnerable to labour exploitation, and we therefore treat the prevention of modern slavery as a core governance and compliance priority.

Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

We operate a clear zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. This policy applies to everyone working for or on behalf of Cleaners Colliers Wood, including employees, agency workers, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers at every tier of our supply chain. We will not knowingly engage with, support, or do business with any individual or organisation involved in modern slavery practices, and we reserve the right to terminate relationships where any credible concern is identified.

Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

To manage the risk of modern slavery in our supply chains, we conduct proportionate due diligence on existing and potential suppliers. This includes assessing the nature of the services provided, the geographic location, the use of subcontracted labour and any known indicators of labour exploitation. We prioritise higher risk areas of our supply chain for closer scrutiny.

We require suppliers to confirm their compliance with applicable labour, employment and human rights legislation and to adopt standards that align with our zero-tolerance approach. Where appropriate, we conduct supplier audits, which may include reviewing employment records, right to work documentation, working hours and pay practices. These audits can be announced or unannounced. If significant non-compliance is identified, we require corrective action within a defined timeframe, and we may suspend or terminate the relationship if necessary.

Employee Awareness, Training and Responsibility

All staff involved in recruitment, procurement, scheduling and supervision are expected to understand the risks of modern slavery relevant to their role. We promote awareness of the signs of exploitation and of the steps that must be taken when concerns arise. Managers are responsible for ensuring that workers are engaged on fair terms, that working hours are reasonable, and that wages meet or exceed legal minimums and are paid directly to the worker.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage anyone working for or with Cleaners Colliers Wood to raise concerns about potential modern slavery in complete confidence. Concerns can be reported to line managers or to senior management within the business. We operate a no victimisation approach, meaning that no person will suffer any detriment for raising a concern in good faith, even if it is not ultimately substantiated.

Reports will be treated seriously and investigated promptly. Where appropriate, we will work with relevant authorities or specialist organisations and will support affected individuals as far as we are reasonably able to do so. We record, monitor and review all reports related to potential exploitation to identify patterns and improve our controls.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We are committed to the continual improvement of our approach to preventing modern slavery. Each year we review the effectiveness of our policies, due diligence procedures, supplier audits and training activities. This annual review considers changes in legislation, industry guidance and any incidents or concerns raised during the year.

As part of this review, we may update our risk assessments, strengthen contractual requirements for suppliers, expand training coverage, and revise internal procedures to improve responsiveness and traceability. We will also consider feedback from stakeholders, including staff and suppliers, on how we can better identify and address risks.

This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the management of Cleaners Colliers Wood and will be updated on an annual basis to reflect our ongoing commitment to combating modern slavery and protecting vulnerable workers within our operations and supply chains.