Modern Slavery Statement for Sutton Cleaner

Sutton Cleaner is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out our approach to preventing forced labour, human trafficking, and exploitation in any part of our operations or supply chain. We recognise that the cleaning industry can be exposed to labour risks, and we take a zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that undermines dignity, freedom, or lawful employment.

Our Commitment

As a responsible cleaning services provider, Sutton Cleaner expects all employees, contractors, and suppliers to uphold ethical labour standards. We do not accept any form of slavery, servitude, debt bondage, child labour, or coercion. Our anti-slavery commitment applies to recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, subcontracting, and the procurement of goods and services. Any breach of this policy may result in immediate review and corrective action.

We also require managers to make informed decisions when engaging suppliers and labour providers. Before any commercial relationship begins, we assess the supplier’s labour practices, documentation, and workplace standards. Where risks are identified, we apply additional checks and may refuse to proceed if concerns cannot be resolved. This approach helps Sutton Cleaner reduce the possibility of modern slavery entering our operations indirectly.

Supply Chain Controls and Audits

Our supplier oversight includes periodic supplier audits designed to evaluate compliance with employment law, ethical recruitment, wage practices, and worker welfare. These audits may include document reviews, site inspections, and discussions with management about labour sourcing and subcontracting. We expect full cooperation from our supply chain partners and reserve the right to terminate relationships where serious non-compliance is found.

In addition to formal audits, Sutton Cleaner monitors higher-risk indicators such as unusual working hours, withholding of identity documents, recruitment fees, and restricted freedom of movement. We encourage transparent recordkeeping and lawful pay practices. If a supplier fails to meet our standards, we may require a corrective action plan, further monitoring, or immediate disengagement depending on the severity of the issue.

Training and awareness are central to our prevention strategy. Staff involved in hiring, procurement, and contract management receive guidance on identifying warning signs of modern slavery and understanding how to respond appropriately. This ensures that our modern slavery controls are not limited to policy alone, but are embedded in everyday decision-making across Sutton Cleaner.

Reporting Channels and Investigation

Sutton Cleaner provides safe and accessible reporting channels for anyone who suspects wrongdoing. Employees and suppliers may raise concerns about exploitation, unsafe labour practices, or policy breaches through internal reporting routes. All reports are treated seriously, handled discreetly, and investigated promptly. We do not tolerate retaliation against any person who raises a concern in good faith.

Where a concern is substantiated, we act quickly to protect affected individuals and address root causes. This may include escalating the matter to senior management, suspending supplier activity, cooperating with relevant authorities, and reviewing our internal controls. Our modern slavery approach is designed to support early intervention, reduce harm, and strengthen accountability throughout the Sutton Cleaner business.

We also expect everyone working with us to share responsibility for upholding ethical standards. By maintaining vigilant oversight and fostering a culture of openness, Sutton Cleaner aims to ensure that its services are delivered without exploitation. Modern slavery prevention is a core part of how we operate, not an isolated compliance exercise.