Aldwych Cleaners Modern Slavery Statement

Aldwych Cleaners publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to reaffirm our enduring commitment to preventing all forms of exploitation across our operations and supply chain. As a professional cleaning services provider we recognise the risk of modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking and set out clear expectations for employees, contractors and suppliers. This anti-slavery policy applies across all jurisdictions where we operate and reflects an unwavering zero-tolerance stance supported by board-level oversight and senior management accountability.

We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of slavery or coerced labour. Our policies make it clear that any worker recruitment, retention or engagement practice that restricts freedom or exploits vulnerability will not be tolerated. Compliance is mandatory, and breaches will lead to disciplinary action, contractual termination and reporting to appropriate authorities where required. Leadership actively monitors compliance through regular governance meetings and allocates resources to mitigate modern slavery risks.

To ensure practical enforcement of this modern slavery and human trafficking statement we undertake risk-based due diligence of suppliers and contractors. Our procurement procedures are designed to identify and mitigate potential risks early, and our contractual terms explicitly require adherence to labour standards. We require suppliers to demonstrate ethical recruitment practices, transparent pay and working conditions, and to permit audits when necessary, with escalation paths for unresolved issues.

Policies, Audits and Supplier Expectations

Our approach is implemented through policy, training and monitoring. We maintain a comprehensive anti-slavery policy that is communicated across the business and integrated into supplier agreements. We expect all partners to adopt equivalent standards and to comply with both the spirit and the letter of labour and human rights requirements. Where local risks are higher we require enhanced verification and closer oversight.

• Zero-tolerance: clear prohibition of slavery, forced labour and human trafficking in all forms.
• Supplier audits: scheduled and unannounced checks to validate compliance, working hours, wage records and subcontractor practices.
• Reporting channels: safe, confidential routes for raising concerns including whistleblower options and escalation to senior compliance officers.
• Annual review: continuous improvement through regular policy review, independent assessment and public reporting on progress.

We conduct supplier audits that range from document reviews to on-site inspections carried out by trained auditors and, where appropriate, independent third parties. Audits assess recruitment fees, freedom of movement, identity document retention, accommodation conditions and pay records. Where issues are identified we require corrective action plans with clear timelines and measurable outcomes, followed by targeted re-audits. Persistent non-compliance leads to contract termination, remediation funding or replacement of the supplier to protect workers and the integrity of our supply chain.

Reporting, Remedies and Annual Review

We maintain multiple reporting channels to ensure concerns about slavery and exploitation can be raised safely and promptly. Employees and third parties may use designated internal reporting lines, anonymous channels and escalation to senior management. Reports are logged, risk-assessed and investigated promptly; appropriate remedial action is taken and lessons learned are shared across the business. We encourage reporting and protect whistleblowers from retaliation through strict confidentiality protocols.

Our supplier engagement includes regular training, capacity building and contractual reinforcement so partners understand expectations and legal obligations. Training covers the identification of exploitation, how to use reporting channels, the remediation process and the consequences of non-compliance. We include explicit anti-slavery clauses in contracts, require subcontractor disclosure and verify that recruitment agencies do not charge fees to workers. Collaboration with peer organisations, industry initiatives and specialist NGOs strengthens our response and amplifies good practice.

Aldwych Cleaners will conduct an annual review of this anti-slavery statement and associated actions to measure effectiveness and drive improvement. The review examines audit outcomes, training completion rates, reported incidents, remediation outcomes and supplier performance metrics. Findings will inform policy updates, targeted supplier engagement and additional resource allocation. By combining vigilance, supplier audits, confidential reporting channels and routine annual review we reinforce an organisational culture that rejects modern slavery in all forms and continuously seeks to improve our modern slavery statement, anti-slavery measures and human rights due diligence.