Modern Slavery Statement for Cleaner Barnet

Cleaner Barnet is committed to conducting its operations with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our organisation and across our supply chain. Our zero-tolerance policy applies to every area of our work, and we expect the same high standards from all partners, contractors, and suppliers.

We recognise that modern slavery can take many forms, including debt bondage, coercion, child labour, and the withholding of identity documents or wages. Cleaner Barnet maintains an ethical and responsible approach to service delivery, and we continually review our processes to reduce risk. This statement reflects our ongoing commitment to safeguarding workers and upholding lawful employment practices.

As part of our Cleaner Barnet modern slavery commitment, we assess risk at the point of onboarding and throughout the life of each supplier relationship. We do not knowingly work with any organisation involved in exploitation, and we require suppliers to confirm compliance with relevant labour, immigration, and employment laws. Where concerns arise, we take immediate action, which may include investigation, suspension, or termination of the relationship.

Supplier due diligence is a central part of our control framework. Cleaner Barnet carries out supplier audits and periodic assessments based on the nature, location, and scale of the goods or services supplied. These checks may include document reviews, contract clauses, site visits where appropriate, and verification of labour practices. Where gaps are identified, suppliers are required to implement corrective measures within agreed timescales.

We also monitor higher-risk categories, such as labour-intensive services, subcontracted work, and any provision involving temporary or seasonal staff. Our slavery prevention measures include maintaining records of supplier declarations, reviewing right-to-work compliance, and looking for signs of irregular payment arrangements or unsafe working conditions. Cleaner Barnet expects transparent cooperation from all suppliers during audit and review activity.

Training and internal awareness are important elements of our approach. Relevant staff are encouraged to recognise warning signs, including restricted movement, unusual dependence on an employer, intimidation, or workers appearing unable to speak freely. By strengthening awareness across our organisation, we improve our ability to identify risk early and respond appropriately.

Reporting channels are available to employees, contractors, and suppliers who suspect wrongdoing or have concerns about modern slavery. Reports may be made through established internal management routes, and all concerns are treated seriously and handled with discretion. We do not tolerate retaliation against any person who raises a concern in good faith. This supports a culture of openness and accountability throughout Cleaner Barnet’s operations.

When a concern is reported, we assess the information promptly and determine the appropriate next steps. This may involve escalation to senior management, a focused investigation, further supplier checks, or cooperation with relevant external authorities where required. Our aim is to act decisively, protect vulnerable individuals, and prevent recurrence. Modern slavery prevention is not a one-time exercise but a continuous responsibility.

We are committed to continuous improvement through an annual cycle of review. Each year, Cleaner Barnet evaluates the effectiveness of our controls, examines emerging risks, and updates policies, training, and supplier requirements where needed. The review considers audit findings, reported concerns, changes in legislation, and lessons learned from operational activity. This helps us keep our modern slavery statement current, practical, and aligned with best practice.

Senior leadership has overall responsibility for maintaining this commitment and ensuring that the principles in this statement are embedded across the business. Cleaner Barnet will continue to strengthen due diligence, improve supplier oversight, and promote ethical conduct at every level. We expect everyone connected with our work to support a supply chain free from exploitation and to help maintain a safe, lawful, and respectful working environment.