Belgravia Cleaners Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Belgravia Cleaners has taken, and continues to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place in our business operations or within our supply chains. Belgravia Cleaners provides professional cleaning services and recognises its responsibility to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical conduct.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

Belgravia Cleaners has a clear zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, servitude, and child labour in any form. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships.

All employees, contractors, and suppliers are expected to comply with our policy and to help identify, prevent, and report any potential risks of modern slavery. Any breach of this policy by an employee may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Any breach by a supplier or contractor may result in review, suspension, or termination of the business relationship.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Belgravia Cleaners operates within the cleaning and facilities services sector. Our supply chains primarily include providers of cleaning products, equipment, workwear, and subcontracted labour for specialist services.

We recognise that certain parts of the cleaning and facilities industry can carry higher risks of labour exploitation. As such, we are committed to working only with suppliers and partners who uphold our standards on human rights, fair pay, and safe working conditions.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We conduct due diligence on our suppliers before entering into new contracts and at regular intervals thereafter. This includes assessing their policies, practices, and track record in relation to labour standards and human rights.

Our approach to supplier oversight includes:

Conducting risk-based checks on suppliers where country, sector, or service type may indicate a higher risk of modern slavery. Requesting confirmation from key suppliers that they comply with applicable labour and human rights legislation and that they prohibit modern slavery within their own operations and supply chains. Including contractual expectations relating to ethical conduct, compliance with modern slavery laws, and cooperation with audits or investigations.

Where appropriate, we may carry out on-site or remote audits of selected suppliers to verify compliance, review employment practices, and identify any areas for improvement. If concerns are identified, we will work with the supplier on a corrective action plan, and where issues cannot be resolved, we may terminate the relationship.

Reporting Concerns and Protection

We encourage all employees, workers, contractors, and suppliers to speak up if they suspect any instance of modern slavery or unethical labour practices connected to Belgravia Cleaners.

Concerns can be raised internally to line managers or senior management. Reports may relate to our own operations, a supplier, a subcontractor, or any other business partner. All concerns will be treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled sensitively.

We are committed to ensuring that no one who raises a concern in good faith suffers any form of retaliation or disadvantage as a result. Confidentiality will be respected as far as is reasonably practicable, and we will take appropriate action in response to any substantiated concerns.

Training and Awareness

Belgravia Cleaners provides training and guidance to relevant employees, particularly those involved in recruitment, procurement, and supplier management. Training covers the indicators of modern slavery, how to recognise potential risks, and the process for reporting concerns.

We promote awareness of our zero-tolerance stance through internal communications and through the standards we set for our suppliers and partners.

Monitoring, Review, and Continuous Improvement

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by the leadership of Belgravia Cleaners to ensure it remains effective and reflects current legislation, best practice, and the evolving risk landscape.

As part of our annual review, we assess:

The effectiveness of our due diligence and audit processes. Any concerns raised and how they were addressed. Opportunities for improving training, communication, and supplier engagement.

Belgravia Cleaners is committed to continuous improvement in preventing modern slavery across our business and supply chains, and to maintaining transparent and responsible practices in all areas of our operations.