Modern Slavery Statement for Cleaner Paddington

Cleaner Paddington is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and other forms of exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that Cleaner Paddington has a responsibility to uphold ethical standards across every part of our service delivery, from procurement to site operations.

Our zero-tolerance policy applies to all employees, contractors, temporary workers, and suppliers. We do not accept any practice that involves coercion, debt bondage, retention of identity documents, deceptive recruitment, or any condition that restricts a person’s freedom. Every person working with or for Cleaner Paddington must be treated with dignity, and any breach of this position may result in immediate action, including termination of contracts or employment.

We also expect our supply chain partners to meet the same standards. Cleaner Paddington’s modern slavery approach includes careful supplier screening, contract clauses that require compliance with labour laws, and regular monitoring of high-risk categories. Where concerns arise, we investigate promptly and proportionately, and we expect suppliers to cooperate fully in any review. Our aim is to build a supply chain based on transparency and accountability.

Supplier Oversight and Risk Management

Supplier audits are an essential part of our prevention strategy. Cleaner Paddington carries out periodic assessments of suppliers to check labour practices, recruitment methods, working conditions, and record-keeping. These audits may be scheduled or unannounced, depending on the risk profile of the supplier and the nature of the goods or services provided. We prioritise suppliers operating in sectors or regions where exploitation risks may be higher.

When audit findings indicate potential non-compliance, we require corrective action plans with clear deadlines and measurable outcomes. If a supplier is unable or unwilling to improve, we will reconsider the relationship. This Cleaner Paddington slavery statement reflects our belief that meaningful oversight must be backed by consequences. We also support training for relevant staff so they can identify warning signs such as unusual recruitment fees, restricted movement, or unexplained wage deductions.

Risk management is strengthened through due diligence at onboarding and throughout the life of the contract. We review supplier ownership, labour sourcing practices, and subcontracting arrangements to reduce the chance of hidden exploitation. Our procurement teams are instructed to look beyond price and delivery times, and to consider ethical performance as a core part of supplier selection.

Reporting, Protection, and Review

We encourage everyone connected with Cleaner Paddington to raise concerns without delay. Reporting channels are available for workers, managers, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report suspected abuse, unsafe recruitment practices, or any issue suggesting modern slavery. Concerns may be raised confidentially, and reports are handled seriously, sensitively, and promptly. No individual should fear retaliation for speaking up in good faith.

Where a report is received, we assess the risk, preserve evidence where appropriate, and take steps to protect any affected individuals. We work with relevant parties to support remediation and, when necessary, cooperate with legal or regulatory bodies. Cleaner Paddington’s statement on modern slavery is supported by internal procedures designed to ensure that concerns are escalated quickly and resolved responsibly.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, current, and aligned with legal expectations and operational realities. The annual review considers audit results, reported concerns, supplier performance, staff training completion, and changes in risk exposure. Following each review, we update our controls and strengthen our practices where needed. Cleaner Paddington remains committed to continuous improvement and to eliminating any risk of modern slavery within our business and supply chains.