Modern Slavery Statement for Cleaner Haringey
Cleaner Haringey is committed to conducting all activities with integrity, transparency and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour and all forms of exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that these abuses can occur in many sectors, including cleaning, facilities support and procurement, and we therefore take proactive steps to prevent, identify and address risk. Our commitment applies to employees, agency workers, contractors, suppliers and any organisation acting on our behalf.
As part of our Cleaner Haringey modern slavery statement, we expect every person and business connected with us to uphold lawful and ethical standards. We promote fair treatment, safe working conditions, appropriate pay, and freedom from coercion or intimidation. Zero tolerance means that any credible concern is taken seriously, investigated promptly and escalated where necessary. We do not accept any benefit from labour that has been obtained through abuse, deception or restriction of personal freedom.
Our governance framework supports the prevention of exploitation through clear responsibilities and regular oversight. Senior management reviews supply chain risks, procurement practices and workforce arrangements to ensure that controls remain effective. The Cleaner Haringey modern slavery approach includes training for relevant staff so they can recognise warning signs such as excessive working hours, withheld wages, document retention, debt bondage or restrictions on movement. Where risk is identified, we act without delay to reduce exposure and protect vulnerable workers.
We apply due diligence when selecting and retaining suppliers, especially where labour providers, subcontractors or high-risk categories are involved. Supplier audits are used to assess labour standards, recruitment practices, employment records, working hours and the availability of grievance mechanisms. Where appropriate, audits may be announced or unannounced, and suppliers are expected to cooperate fully. If shortcomings are found, we require corrective action plans and monitor progress until the issue is resolved. Failure to improve may result in suspension or termination of the relationship.
Our procurement decisions reflect the principles of responsible sourcing and ethical business conduct. The Cleaner Haringey modern slavery statement requires suppliers to confirm that they comply with applicable employment law and do not use forced, bonded or trafficked labour. We also expect them to pass these standards through their own supply chains. In order to strengthen assurance, we ask suppliers to maintain accurate records, provide evidence of right-to-work checks where lawful, and ensure that recruitment fees are not passed to workers in a way that creates vulnerability or debt.
Reporting channels are essential to the early identification of abuse, and we encourage anyone connected with Cleaner Haringey to speak up if something feels wrong. Concerns can be raised through internal management routes, safeguarding processes or formal whistleblowing arrangements. We aim to create a culture in which people feel safe to report suspected exploitation without fear of retaliation, victimisation or disadvantage. Every report is handled confidentially as far as possible, assessed promptly and investigated in line with the seriousness of the concern.
We recognise that modern slavery risks can change over time, so our controls are regularly tested and improved. This Cleaner Haringey statement is supported by document checks, workforce monitoring, contract clauses and supplier engagement activities. We also review training coverage to ensure that staff involved in procurement, contract management and supervision remain alert to indicators of abuse. If a risk emerges, we will take immediate steps to protect affected individuals and to prevent recurrence.
The organisation will carry out an annual review of this statement and of the measures that support it. The review considers legal developments, audit findings, incident trends, procurement changes and emerging risks across the supply chain. Any lessons learned are used to strengthen policies, update controls and improve awareness. This ensures that the Cleaner Haringey modern slavery response remains current, effective and aligned with our values.
Through these commitments, Cleaner Haringey aims to operate responsibly and contribute to a safer, fairer labour environment. Our modern slavery statement is not a one-time declaration but an ongoing obligation to prevent harm, uphold dignity and insist on ethical conduct across every level of our work. We will continue to monitor, challenge and improve our practices so that exploitation has no place in our organisation or supply chain.
