Modern Slavery Statement

Cleaner Highbury Modern Slavery Statement

Cleaner Highbury is committed to operating responsibly and ethically in all aspects of its business. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour and exploitation within our own operations and throughout our supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery is a serious global issue and we are determined to play our part in identifying, preventing and addressing any associated risks.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Cleaner Highbury maintains a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. We do not tolerate, permit or condone any practice that is inconsistent with the fundamental human rights of workers, whether they are directly employed by us, engaged via an agency or employed by our suppliers and subcontractors. Our commitment applies to all individuals working for or on behalf of Cleaner Highbury, at every level of the organisation and across all locations in which we operate.

We expect the same high standards from all our suppliers, business partners and contractors. As part of our contracting processes, we seek to ensure that our contractual terms clearly require adherence to applicable labour laws and our expectations around ethical conduct, fair treatment, and safe working conditions.

Our Supply Chains and Risk Management

Our supply chains include providers of cleaning products and equipment, facilities management services, agency labour and professional services. We recognise that some areas of our supply chain may present a higher risk of modern slavery, particularly where there are lower-skilled roles, complex subcontracting arrangements or international sourcing from higher-risk regions.

To manage these risks, we assess our supply chain on an ongoing basis, considering the nature of goods and services, country of origin, type of labour involved and the structure of the supply relationship. Where heightened risk is identified, we increase our level of scrutiny and engagement with the relevant suppliers.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

Cleaner Highbury undertakes due diligence on new and existing suppliers to help ensure that modern slavery is not taking place in their operations. This may include pre-appointment questionnaires, review of supplier policies and codes of conduct, and verification of labour practices where appropriate.

We reserve the right to audit suppliers where we identify a potential or heightened risk. Supplier audits may involve site visits, interviews with management and workers, and examination of employment records, pay practices and working conditions. Where non-compliance or concerns are identified, we engage with the supplier to develop corrective action plans with defined timescales for improvement. If a supplier fails to remediate issues or breaches our zero-tolerance policy, we will consider suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Reporting Channels and Protection

We encourage all employees, contractors, agency workers and suppliers to raise concerns about any issue or suspicion of modern slavery at the earliest possible stage. Concerns may relate to working conditions, recruitment practices, withholding of documents, unexplained wage deductions, or any behaviour that suggests coercion or exploitation.

Cleaner Highbury provides internal channels for reporting concerns to management or designated senior personnel. Individuals may raise issues confidentially and without fear of retaliation. We are committed to investigating all reports promptly and, where appropriate, taking action which may include engaging with suppliers, notifying relevant authorities, and putting in place safeguards to protect affected individuals.

Training and Awareness

To support our zero-tolerance policy, we provide appropriate training and guidance to managers, supervisors and key personnel involved in procurement, recruitment and supplier management. Training covers the indicators of modern slavery, how to respond to concerns, and the importance of due diligence in supply chain relationships.

We also promote awareness among our wider workforce so that employees understand their role in identifying and reporting potential risks. We keep our guidance under review to ensure that it reflects current legal requirements and recognised best practice.

Monitoring, Governance and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our modern slavery approach rests with the senior leadership of Cleaner Highbury. They receive updates on any reported concerns, audit findings and progress of corrective actions. This governance framework ensures that the issue of modern slavery remains a standing priority within our risk management and compliance activities.

We review this Modern Slavery Statement annually to assess the effectiveness of our measures, to reflect any changes in our business operations or supply chains, and to respond to evolving legal and regulatory requirements. As part of this review, we consider feedback from audits, incident reports, supplier engagement and employee input. Where opportunities for improvement are identified, we update our policies, procedures and training accordingly.

By publishing this Modern Slavery Statement, Cleaner Highbury reaffirms its commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking and to maintaining transparent, fair and respectful treatment of all workers connected with our business.