Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement for Cleaners E2
This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps Cleaners E2 has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our business and supply chains. Cleaners E2 provides professional cleaning services and recognises our responsibility to uphold the highest ethical standards in all our operations.
Modern slavery is a crime and a violation of fundamental human rights. It takes various forms, including slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking. Cleaners E2 is fully committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business relationships and to implementing effective systems and controls to ensure modern slavery is not taking place anywhere in our organisation or in our supply chains.
Zero-Tolerance Policy
Cleaners E2 operates a strict zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. We will not knowingly engage with any individual, organisation, contractor, or supplier involved in such practices. Any suspicion or evidence of modern slavery connected to our business will result in immediate investigation and, where appropriate, termination of relationships and reporting to relevant authorities.
Our zero-tolerance stance is communicated clearly to all staff, contractors, and suppliers as a fundamental condition of working with Cleaners E2. We expect everyone who represents our business to share this commitment and to uphold it in their daily work.
Our Supply Chains and Supplier Audits
Cleaners E2 works with a range of suppliers for cleaning materials, equipment, facilities, recruitment, and other support services. We aim to work only with reputable partners who demonstrate respect for human rights and labour standards.
We review new suppliers through a due diligence process that may include assessments of labour practices, compliance with relevant legislation, and confirmation of their own anti-slavery policies. For higher-risk categories or regions, we may undertake more detailed checks, request documentation about employment practices, and seek assurances regarding worker protections, wages, and working conditions.
Cleaners E2 conducts periodic supplier audits, which may include site visits, review of employment records and policies, and discussions with management regarding safeguarding of workers. Where concerns are identified, we expect prompt corrective action. Failure to address issues to our satisfaction can result in suspension or termination of the supplier relationship.
Training, Awareness, and Responsibilities
Modern slavery prevention is the shared responsibility of management, employees, and suppliers. Cleaners E2 provides internal guidance and awareness information so that managers and staff can recognise signs of exploitation, understand our zero-tolerance policy, and know how to escalate concerns.
Managers responsible for procurement, recruitment, and supplier relationships receive additional guidance on identifying risk indicators, reviewing contracts, and ensuring that modern slavery clauses and expectations are embedded into commercial arrangements where appropriate.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Cleaners E2 encourages anyone connected with our operations, including employees, contractors, and supplier personnel, to report concerns related to modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Concerns may include suspected forced labour, withholding of identity documents, unreasonable recruitment fees, threats or coercion, or any situation that suggests a person is not working freely and voluntarily.
Reports can be raised through established internal reporting routes or confidential whistleblowing mechanisms made available by Cleaners E2. All reports will be treated seriously and handled sensitively. We will not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith, and we will investigate all credible allegations promptly and fairly.
Where appropriate, Cleaners E2 will work with law enforcement, regulatory bodies, and specialist organisations to address any identified instances of modern slavery and to protect affected individuals.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
Cleaners E2 recognises that the risks of modern slavery can evolve over time, particularly as supply chains expand or change. We are committed to continuous improvement of our policies, processes, and training to strengthen our ability to prevent, detect, and respond to modern slavery risks.
This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is reviewed annually by senior management. The review considers changes in our operations, updates in legislation and guidance, findings from supplier audits, reported concerns, and feedback from stakeholders. Where necessary, we update our procedures, due diligence standards, and training materials to enhance protection for workers across our business and supply chains.
This statement has been approved by the leadership of Cleaners E2, who are responsible for ensuring that the commitments described are effectively implemented throughout the organisation.