Cleaner Queen's Park Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Cleaner Queen's Park to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our business operations and supply chains. Cleaner Queen's Park is committed to upholding human rights, promoting fair and safe working conditions, and ensuring that our services are delivered ethically and responsibly.

Modern slavery is a serious violation of fundamental human rights and is entirely incompatible with our values as a responsible cleaning service provider. This statement is made to demonstrate transparency and accountability in how we identify, manage, and reduce the risk of modern slavery in all aspects of our work.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

Cleaner Queen's Park operates a clear and strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. We do not accept, condone, or knowingly engage with any individual, business, or organisation that is involved in exploitative labour practices. Any evidence or reasonable suspicion of such practices will result in immediate investigation and may lead to the termination of contracts or working relationships.

All workers engaged by Cleaner Queen's Park must do so of their own free will, receive fair pay, and work in safe conditions. We do not permit child labour, bonded labour, compulsory labour, or any practice that restricts personal freedom or dignity. This policy applies to our employees, agency staff, contractors, and all third-party suppliers.

Our Supply Chain Standards and Supplier Audits

Cleaner Queen's Park recognises that the risk of modern slavery can arise within supply chains, particularly in the sourcing of cleaning products, equipment, and related services. We expect every supplier and contractor we work with to adhere to standards that align with our zero-tolerance approach.

We carry out due diligence on suppliers before establishing a business relationship. This includes assessing their labour practices, ethical policies, and track record in relation to human rights. Where appropriate, suppliers are required to confirm that they comply with relevant labour laws and do not engage in modern slavery or human trafficking.

Supplier audits may be conducted periodically, based on risk, size, and the nature of the services or goods provided. These audits can include document reviews, self-assessment questionnaires, and, where necessary, on-site visits to verify working conditions. Suppliers found to be in breach of our expectations will be required to implement corrective actions within a defined period or face suspension or termination of the relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Cleaner Queen's Park encourages a culture where concerns about modern slavery, exploitation, or unethical behaviour can be raised without fear of victimisation. All employees, contractors, and suppliers are encouraged to speak up if they suspect that modern slavery or related abuses are occurring within our operations or supply chain.

Concerns can be reported verbally or in writing to line managers, senior management, or through designated internal reporting channels made known to staff and key suppliers. Reports will be treated sensitively and, where possible, confidentially. Every concern raised will be investigated promptly, and appropriate action will be taken in line with our zero-tolerance policy.

No individual will suffer any retaliation or disadvantage for raising a concern in good faith, even if it is not substantiated following investigation.

Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement

Cleaner Queen's Park is committed to increasing awareness of modern slavery risks among our workforce. Relevant staff receive information and guidance on how to identify indicators of exploitation, understand their responsibilities, and use the reporting channels available to them.

We regularly review internal procedures related to recruitment, onboarding, and supplier management to ensure they reflect best practice and support the early identification of potential risks. Where areas for improvement are identified, we will update our processes and communicate these changes to staff and suppliers as appropriate.

Annual Review and Governance

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by Cleaner Queen's Park senior management to ensure its ongoing relevance, accuracy, and effectiveness. As part of the annual review, we consider any incidents reported, the outcomes of supplier assessments, changes in legislation, and evolving industry guidance on tackling modern slavery.

Following each review, we will update our policies, internal procedures, and supplier requirements as necessary to strengthen our approach. Our commitment is to maintain a proactive stance, continually improve our practices, and demonstrate leadership in the prevention of modern slavery within our sector.

This statement has been approved by the leadership of Cleaner Queen's Park and represents our firm commitment to ethical conduct, respect for human rights, and the elimination of modern slavery in all its forms.