Modern Slavery Statement for Catford Cleaners
At Catford Cleaners, we are committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that cleaning services and associated procurement activities must never contribute to abuse, coercion, or unsafe working conditions. Our approach is grounded in zero tolerance for any form of modern slavery.
We expect every employee, contractor, and supplier to uphold the same principles. Any breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter and may result in disciplinary action, contract termination, or referral to the relevant authorities where appropriate. Catford Cleaners is dedicated to ensuring that all working relationships are based on fairness, lawful employment, and dignity.
Our internal controls support this commitment. We review recruitment practices to reduce the risk of unlawful labour arrangements, and we require those engaged in our business to confirm that workers are employed voluntarily and receive legally required wages and protections. The Catford Cleaners modern slavery policy also applies to agency labour and any outsourced service providers involved in delivery of our services.
Supply chain oversight is a central part of our strategy. We work with suppliers who can demonstrate ethical sourcing, compliance with labour laws, and responsible management of workers. Where risk is identified, we take a proportionate and practical approach to improve standards while maintaining clear expectations.
To strengthen due diligence, Catford Cleaners carries out supplier audits based on risk level, category of service, and geography. These audits may include document checks, labour practice reviews, site inspections, and confirmation that subcontractors follow the same ethical requirements. If a supplier is unable or unwilling to address concerns, we reserve the right to suspend or end the relationship. This helps protect our operations from direct or indirect involvement in exploitation.
We also provide training to relevant managers so they can recognise warning signs such as inconsistent records, restricted worker movement, withholding of identity documents, or unexplained recruitment fees. Awareness is an important safeguard, and our slavery prevention measures rely on informed decision-making at every level of the business.
Reporting concerns is essential to maintaining an open and accountable culture. Catford Cleaners has clear reporting channels so that workers and internal stakeholders can raise issues without fear of retaliation. Concerns may relate to recruitment practices, working hours, payment arrangements, or any situation that appears inconsistent with lawful and ethical employment. All reports are handled confidentially and investigated promptly.
We encourage early reporting because timely action can reduce harm and support remedial steps. Where appropriate, we will work with suppliers, partners, and relevant professionals to address issues and improve systems. Our aim is not only to identify risks but to prevent them from recurring through stronger controls and consistent oversight.
This statement reflects our ongoing commitment to responsible business conduct. Modern slavery risks can change over time, so we assess our operations regularly and remain alert to emerging concerns in the wider market. Catford Cleaners will continue to strengthen its policies, procedures, and accountability mechanisms to ensure our cleaning company operates in a way that respects human rights and ethical standards.
We undertake an annual review of this statement and the measures supporting it. During that review, we assess the effectiveness of training, supplier checks, audit findings, reported concerns, and any corrective actions taken. The review helps us identify improvements and adapt our approach to evolving risks in our business and supply chain.
As part of this process, Catford Cleaners updates its controls where necessary and reinforces its zero-tolerance policy across the organisation. We remain committed to continuous improvement, responsible sourcing, and active prevention of exploitation. Through vigilance, ethical procurement, and strong governance, we aim to ensure that modern slavery has no place in Catford Cleaners or in the services we provide.
