Cleaner Barnet Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Cleaner Barnet has taken, and continues to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place within our operations or supply chains. Cleaner Barnet is committed to conducting all business activities ethically, with integrity, and in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations relating to modern slavery.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Cleaner Barnet maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour. We expect the same high standards from everyone we work with, including employees, contractors, volunteers, suppliers, and other business partners. Any breach, or suspected breach, of this policy is treated with utmost seriousness and will lead to decisive action, which may include termination of contracts, reporting to relevant authorities, and internal disciplinary measures.

We are committed to fostering a culture where exploitation is never accepted, overlooked, or ignored. Our leadership is responsible for promoting this culture and ensuring that modern slavery risks are identified, assessed, and appropriately managed.

Our Supply Chains and Due Diligence

Cleaner Barnet works with a range of suppliers and service providers, including those involved in cleaning materials, waste management, equipment, and facilities support. We recognise that certain sectors and geographic regions can present higher risks of modern slavery, and we take additional care when engaging suppliers in these areas.

As part of our due diligence process, suppliers are required to confirm that they comply with all applicable laws on modern slavery and human trafficking and that they have appropriate policies and controls in place. We expect suppliers to cascade similar expectations to their own supply chains to ensure that high standards are maintained throughout.

Supplier Audits and Compliance Monitoring

Cleaner Barnet undertakes proportionate risk-based audits of selected suppliers to assess compliance with our modern slavery standards. These audits may include site visits, document reviews, and discussions with management and relevant workers, where appropriate and safe to do so.

Where concerns are identified, we work with suppliers to implement corrective action plans with clear timescales. Failure to demonstrate sufficient improvement or a refusal to cooperate may result in suspension or termination of the business relationship. We continually refine our audit criteria to reflect evolving best practice and to focus on the areas of greatest risk.

Training, Awareness, and Reporting Channels

We provide relevant staff, particularly those involved in procurement, contract management, and frontline operations, with training and guidance on recognising signs of modern slavery and knowing how to respond to concerns. This helps ensure that potential indicators of exploitation are spotted early and addressed promptly.

Cleaner Barnet encourages anyone who works with or for us to report concerns about modern slavery in our operations or supply chains. Concerns can be raised confidentially through our internal reporting channels or via our whistleblowing procedures. Reports are handled sensitively and investigated thoroughly, with appropriate steps taken to protect those who raise concerns in good faith from any form of retaliation.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility that requires continuous improvement. Cleaner Barnet regularly reviews our policies, procedures, and risk assessments to ensure they remain effective and proportionate. We monitor legislative developments, industry guidance, and emerging best practice to update our approach where necessary.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed and approved by the Cleaner Barnet leadership team on an annual basis. As part of this review, we evaluate the effectiveness of our actions, audit findings, training outcomes, and any incidents or concerns raised. We then identify opportunities for further improvement and set priorities for the coming year.

By publishing this statement, Cleaner Barnet reaffirms its commitment to acting ethically and responsibly, preventing modern slavery in all its forms, and working collaboratively with our staff, suppliers, and stakeholders to uphold human rights and dignity throughout our operations and supply chains.