Cleaners E14 Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement
This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps Cleaners E14 has taken, and continues to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place within our business or our supply chains. Cleaners E14 operates as a professional cleaning services provider and recognises our responsibility to act ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Cleaners E14 maintains a clear zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking in any form. We are committed to upholding human rights and to ensuring that every individual working directly for us or within our supply chain is treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.
No form of exploitation is accepted within our operations, whether direct employment, agency labour, subcontracted services, or goods and materials supplied to us. Any breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter that may result in termination of contracts or working relationships and, where appropriate, reporting to relevant authorities.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Cleaners E14 provides commercial and domestic cleaning services. Our supply chains include providers of cleaning products, equipment, workwear, and certain outsourced services such as specialist maintenance and waste management. We recognise that supply chains can be complex and may involve multiple tiers of suppliers. For this reason, we work to identify and reduce the risk of modern slavery in all areas where we have influence.
Supplier Standards and Due Diligence
We expect all suppliers, contractors, and business partners to uphold the same high standards that we apply to ourselves. As part of our supplier selection and onboarding process, we assess the ethical practices of prospective suppliers, including their approach to labour standards, worker protections, and compliance with modern slavery legislation.
We require suppliers to confirm that they do not use forced, bonded, or involuntary labour and that they comply with all applicable employment, health and safety, and human rights laws. Where appropriate, we seek written confirmation of compliance with our modern slavery expectations as a condition of trading with Cleaners E14.
Supplier Audits and Monitoring
To support our zero-tolerance policy, Cleaners E14 conducts proportionate risk-based audits and monitoring of key suppliers. These audits may include review of workforce practices, recruitment processes, right-to-work checks, use of agency or temporary labour, and subcontracting arrangements.
Where non-compliance or areas of concern are identified, we work with suppliers to agree corrective actions and realistic timescales for improvement. If a supplier fails to demonstrate adequate progress or cooperation, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate the business relationship. We continuously seek to strengthen our audit approach and to focus on higher-risk sectors and geographies within our supply chains.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Cleaners E14 encourages all employees, workers, contractors, and suppliers to speak up if they have any concerns about modern slavery, exploitation, or unethical behaviour connected with our business or supply chains. Concerns can be raised confidentially through internal reporting channels to management or designated senior personnel.
We do not tolerate any form of victimisation or retaliation against individuals who raise genuine concerns, even if they turn out to be mistaken. All reports are taken seriously and are investigated promptly and sensitively. Where necessary, we will cooperate with law enforcement and regulatory bodies to address any substantiated incidents of modern slavery.
Training and Awareness
We aim to ensure that relevant staff, particularly those involved in procurement, recruitment, and supplier management, understand the risks of modern slavery and know how to identify and escalate concerns. Awareness of our zero-tolerance policy is embedded within our induction processes and reinforced through periodic training and internal communications.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
Cleaners E14 recognises that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility. We are committed to continually improving our systems, processes, and controls in line with evolving best practice and legislation. This includes reviewing our risk assessments, supplier engagement methods, and training programmes to ensure they remain effective and proportionate.
This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is reviewed annually by our leadership team to assess progress, evaluate any incidents or concerns raised, and identify areas for enhancement. Updated versions of this statement are made available to our stakeholders to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to combating modern slavery and protecting vulnerable workers throughout our operations and supply chains.