Modern Slavery Statement for Westkensington Cleaners

Westkensington Cleaners is committed to operating with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights across every part of our business. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the principles and actions that guide our approach to preventing slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking in our operations and supply chain. As a responsible cleaning services provider, we recognise that even lower-risk sectors must remain alert to hidden exploitation and take proactive steps to prevent it.

Our zero-tolerance policy applies to all employees, contractors, agency workers, and suppliers associated with Westkensington Cleaners. We will not knowingly engage with any individual or organisation involved in modern slavery practices. This policy is embedded in recruitment, procurement, and operational decision-making, ensuring that our standards remain consistent and enforceable. Any breach of this policy may result in immediate corrective action, including termination of business relationships.

To support this commitment, we conduct risk-based due diligence on our labour providers and product suppliers. Westkensington Cleaners expects all suppliers to comply with relevant labour laws, ethical employment standards, and safe working conditions. Where concerns arise, we investigate promptly and request evidence of compliance. We also reserve the right to review contracts, request documentation, and seek confirmation that workers are employed freely and fairly.

Supplier Oversight and Accountability

Supplier management is central to our approach to preventing exploitation. West Kensington Cleaners, including its operational teams and purchasing staff, assesses new and existing suppliers using a proportionate risk framework. Higher-risk relationships may be subject to additional checks, such as reviewing payroll records, employment contracts, right-to-work evidence, and working-time practices. These controls help us identify warning signs such as debt bondage, withheld documents, or unlawful deductions.

We also expect suppliers to maintain transparent records and cooperate with our monitoring processes. Audits may be scheduled or unannounced depending on the risk profile and nature of the relationship. Where an audit identifies a weakness, we will require a time-bound remediation plan. If a supplier fails to address serious issues or refuses to cooperate, Westkensington Cleaners may suspend or end the relationship to protect people at risk.

Reporting channels are available so concerns can be raised safely and in good faith. Employees and third parties may report suspected modern slavery, unethical recruitment, coercion, or unsafe labour practices through internal management routes or designated safeguarding procedures. Reports are handled confidentially and sensitively, with no tolerance for victimisation or retaliation. We encourage early reporting so concerns can be reviewed before harm escalates.

Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement

Westkensington Cleaners promotes awareness through induction and refresher training for relevant staff, particularly those involved in procurement, scheduling, and supplier management. Training covers indicators of exploitation, responsible escalation, and the importance of ethical decision-making. By strengthening understanding across the business, we improve our ability to recognise risk and act quickly when something does not seem right.

Our compliance measures are reviewed alongside business changes, including new service lines, expanded sourcing, and changes in supplier geography. This ensures our anti-slavery controls remain aligned with the realities of the market and the specific risks that may affect a Westkensington cleaning company. We view prevention as an ongoing responsibility rather than a one-time exercise, and we aim to build resilience into every stage of our operations.

This statement will be reviewed annually by senior management to confirm its continued suitability and effectiveness. The annual review will consider supplier audit findings, any reported concerns, remediation outcomes, training completion, and emerging legal or sector risks. Where necessary, we will strengthen controls, revise procedures, and improve oversight to maintain a robust and responsible approach. Through this commitment, Westkensington Cleaners seeks to uphold dignity, transparency, and ethical practice in all aspects of our work.