Modern Slavery Statement for Hackney Cleaners

Hackney Cleaners is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards across our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery, including forced labour, servitude, human trafficking, and exploitative working conditions, remains a serious global issue. As a responsible cleaning services provider, we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of slavery or exploitation in our business activities, supplier relationships, and subcontracted services. This statement reflects our ongoing commitment to prevention, detection, and remediation.

Our approach is grounded in respect for human rights, fair treatment, and lawful employment practices. We expect every person representing Hackney Cleaners to act with integrity and to support safe, transparent working conditions. Our internal procedures are designed to ensure that workers are treated fairly, paid appropriately, and never subjected to coercion, intimidation, or abuse. We also require our suppliers and partners to share this commitment and to operate in line with applicable labour standards.

We carry out due diligence when selecting and reviewing suppliers, with particular attention to labour practices, recruitment methods, and workforce conditions. Where appropriate, supplier audits are conducted to assess compliance with our ethical expectations. These reviews may include document checks, site visits, interviews, and verification of subcontracting arrangements. If concerns are identified, we seek immediate corrective action, and continued non-compliance may result in suspension or termination of the commercial relationship.

Risk Assessment and Governance

The highest risks of modern slavery may arise in areas where labour is outsourced, seasonal, or vulnerable to informal recruitment. For that reason, we monitor our supply chain carefully and give additional scrutiny to businesses operating in high-risk sectors or geographic regions. Our management team oversees this process, ensuring that decisions are supported by evidence and that risks are escalated without delay. This governance structure helps us maintain a consistent and accountable approach.

Training also plays an important role in our prevention strategy. Relevant staff receive guidance on recognising warning signs of exploitation, including unusual control over workers, withheld documents, excessive hours, or unsafe living conditions. By improving awareness, we strengthen our ability to identify issues early and respond appropriately. We also encourage open communication so that concerns can be raised without fear of retaliation.

We promote clear reporting channels for employees, contractors, and suppliers who wish to report suspected breaches of this statement. Reports may be made through internal management routes, and all concerns are treated seriously, confidentially, and promptly. Where necessary, matters are investigated and escalated to the appropriate decision-makers. No individual will suffer disadvantage for speaking up in good faith about suspected misconduct or unethical labour practices.

Corrective Action and Continuous Improvement

If a potential breach of our modern slavery standards is identified, we act quickly to protect affected individuals and reduce further risk. Depending on the circumstances, this may involve suspending work, conducting further investigations, engaging the supplier in a remediation plan, or reporting concerns to the relevant authorities. Our aim is not only to address issues after they occur, but also to create conditions that make exploitation less likely to arise.

We recognise that effective prevention is an ongoing responsibility rather than a one-time exercise. Accordingly, Hackney Cleaners reviews its policies, supplier controls, and internal procedures regularly to ensure they remain practical and effective. This includes assessing whether our current safeguards are suitable for the scale and nature of our operations, as well as whether further improvements are needed in training, monitoring, or procurement oversight.

This statement is subject to an annual review by management to confirm its continued relevance and effectiveness. Each review considers changes in legislation, business activity, and supply chain risk, and may lead to updated actions or strengthened controls. Through this process, Hackney Cleaners reaffirms its commitment to ethical conduct, responsible sourcing, and the elimination of modern slavery in all its forms.