Belgravia Cleaner Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps Belgravia Cleaner has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically, with integrity and transparency in all business dealings, and to ensuring that modern slavery in any form has no place in our organisation.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Belgravia Cleaner maintains a clear zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour and child labour. This applies to all aspects of our business, including direct operations, labour providers, subcontractors, and the wider supply chain involved in the provision of cleaning services, equipment and materials.

We expect all individuals working for or on behalf of Belgravia Cleaner, in any capacity, to share this commitment. Any breach or suspected breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter and may result in the termination of contracts, removal from approved supplier lists, or disciplinary action where applicable.

Our Supply Chain and Risk Management

Our supply chain includes suppliers of cleaning products, consumables, equipment, uniforms, and facilities management support. We recognise that some sectors and geographies may present a higher risk of labour exploitation, and we factor this into our risk assessments and due diligence processes.

We aim to build long-term relationships with reputable suppliers that demonstrate sound labour and human rights practices. New suppliers are assessed on their ability to meet our ethical standards, and existing relationships are monitored to identify any emerging risks of modern slavery or human trafficking.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

Belgravia Cleaner conducts proportionate due diligence on suppliers and service providers considered to be at higher risk. This may include requesting information on their labour practices, policies, and workforce arrangements, as well as reviewing publicly available information about their conduct.

We reserve the right to carry out supplier audits, which may be desk-based reviews or on-site visits, depending on the nature of the relationship and the level of risk identified. During audits, we may review employment records, working conditions, recruitment practices, and grievance mechanisms. Where non-compliance or areas of concern are identified, we work with suppliers to develop corrective action plans with clear timelines for improvement.

If a supplier fails to demonstrate adequate progress or cooperation in addressing identified issues, Belgravia Cleaner may suspend orders, remove the supplier from our approved list, or terminate the relationship entirely.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Belgravia Cleaner encourages all employees, contractors, suppliers and other stakeholders to report any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking. Concerns may relate to our own operations or any part of our supply chain.

We maintain internal reporting channels that allow individuals to raise issues with management or designated compliance contacts. Concerns can be reported confidentially, and we are committed to protecting those who raise issues in good faith from retaliation or adverse treatment.

All reports of potential modern slavery are taken seriously, reviewed promptly, and investigated where appropriate. If we identify a genuine risk or instance of modern slavery, we will act swiftly to safeguard affected individuals, cooperate with relevant authorities, and remedy the situation wherever possible.

Training and Awareness

We recognise that awareness and understanding are essential in identifying and preventing modern slavery. Belgravia Cleaner provides training and guidance to relevant staff, focusing on managers, supervisors, and those who work directly with suppliers or recruitment processes.

Training covers how to recognise signs of exploitation, how to respond to concerns, and how to use the reporting channels available. We also communicate our expectations to suppliers, making clear that respect for human rights and compliance with anti-slavery laws are conditions of doing business with us.

Monitoring, Accountability and Annual Review

Belgravia Cleaner is committed to continuous improvement in our approach to tackling modern slavery and human trafficking. We monitor the effectiveness of our policies and procedures through periodic reviews of supplier performance, incident reports, and feedback from staff and stakeholders.

This statement and our underlying controls are reviewed at least annually by senior management to ensure they remain appropriate, effective and aligned with legal requirements and best practice. Where necessary, we update our policies, training materials and due diligence processes to address new risks and strengthen our response.

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement has been approved by the leadership of Belgravia Cleaner and will be updated each year to reflect the progress we make in combating modern slavery within our business and supply chains.