Kensington Cleaners Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is made on behalf of Kensington Cleaners and sets out the steps we are taking to identify, prevent, and address the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. Kensington Cleaners recognises that modern slavery is a serious crime and a violation of fundamental human rights. We are committed to operating responsibly, ethically, and transparently in all that we do.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Kensington Cleaners provides professional cleaning services to residential and commercial clients. Our services are delivered by directly employed staff and, on occasion, by carefully selected subcontractors. Our supply chain includes providers of cleaning products, equipment, workwear, facilities services, and other business support functions. We understand that risks can exist at any stage of a supply chain, particularly where there is reliance on low-skilled or migrant labour, and we are committed to identifying and managing these risks proactively.

Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

Kensington Cleaners has a strict zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour. This policy applies to all employees, agency workers, subcontractors, and suppliers. We expect everyone who works with or for us to share our commitment to upholding human rights and the dignity of all workers. Any confirmed instance of modern slavery connected with our business or supply chain will result in immediate and decisive action, which may include termination of contracts, reporting to relevant authorities, and cooperating fully with investigations.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We are committed to working only with suppliers and partners who uphold high ethical standards. Kensington Cleaners requires suppliers to comply with all applicable labour, human rights, and health and safety laws. As part of our due diligence, we assess new suppliers for potential modern slavery risks before engagement, taking into account the nature of the goods or services provided and the geographic location of operations.

We conduct periodic reviews and, where appropriate, audits of higher-risk suppliers to verify compliance with our expectations. These reviews may include requesting evidence of labour practices, worker contracts, right-to-work checks, and health and safety procedures. Where concerns are identified, we work with suppliers to agree on corrective action plans and timelines. Continued non-compliance may result in suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Employee Awareness and Reporting Channels

Kensington Cleaners recognises that awareness and vigilance among staff are essential in identifying and preventing modern slavery. We provide information to employees and managers on recognising potential indicators of exploitation, such as withholding of wages, restrictions on freedom of movement, or signs of intimidation or coercion. Managers are expected to support an open culture where concerns can be raised without fear of retaliation.

All employees, contractors, and other stakeholders are encouraged to report any suspicion or concern relating to modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Concerns can be raised in person with a manager, through internal reporting procedures, or via senior management. Every report will be taken seriously, treated sensitively, and investigated promptly. We will protect anyone who raises a concern in good faith from any form of detrimental treatment.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Kensington Cleaners is committed to continuous improvement in our approach to tackling modern slavery. We regularly review our policies, supplier management processes, and training materials to ensure they remain effective and proportionate to the risks within our operations and supply chains.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed, updated, and approved by the leadership of Kensington Cleaners on an annual basis, or more frequently if required by changes in legislation, business structure, or risk profile. The annual review will consider any incidents reported, audit findings, evolving best practice, and feedback from stakeholders. Through this ongoing process, we aim to strengthen our controls, deepen engagement with suppliers, and further embed respect for human rights at the core of our business.