Modern Slavery Statement

Kensington Cleaners Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Kensington Cleaners in respect of the financial year ending 31 December 2025. It sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our own operations and throughout our supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships and to implementing effective systems and controls to safeguard human rights.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Kensington Cleaners provides professional cleaning and related services to residential and commercial customers. Our business operations include directly employed staff, contracted personnel, and a range of suppliers who provide cleaning products, equipment, uniforms, facilities, and ancillary services. We recognise that modern slavery risks can exist at multiple levels of our supply chain, including manufacturing, distribution, recruitment, and outsourced services.

Our suppliers range from small local businesses to larger national providers. We are committed to working only with suppliers and partners who share our values and can demonstrate respect for labour rights and compliance with all applicable laws.

Zero Tolerance for Modern Slavery

Kensington Cleaners has a zero tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, servitude, human trafficking, child labour, and any form of exploitation or abuse. This policy applies to all individuals working for or on behalf of the company at any level, including employees, agency workers, contractors, suppliers, and business partners.

We expect everyone in our business and supply chain to act lawfully and ethically, and to uphold the dignity, safety, and wellbeing of all workers. Any breach of our zero tolerance policy is treated as a serious matter and may result in termination of contracts, cessation of business relationships, or further action where appropriate.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We are progressively strengthening our approach to supplier due diligence and monitoring. As part of our procurement process, new suppliers are required to confirm that they do not engage in modern slavery or human trafficking and that they comply with all relevant labour and employment laws.

Where appropriate and proportionate to risk, we conduct supplier audits and assessments to verify compliance with our standards. These may include site visits, document reviews, and structured discussions with management and, where possible, workers. If areas of concern are identified, we work with the supplier to put corrective action plans in place within defined timeframes. Failure to remedy serious or persistent non compliance may lead to the termination of our relationship with the supplier.

Training, Awareness, and Reporting Channels

We aim to foster a culture where concerns about modern slavery can be raised openly and without fear of retaliation. All managers and relevant staff receive guidance on identifying potential signs of exploitation, understanding our policies, and responding appropriately to concerns. Awareness is reinforced through internal communications and updates as our practices evolve.

We provide clear internal channels for employees, contractors, and other stakeholders to report any suspicions or incidents of modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Reports can be made to line managers, senior management, or designated compliance contacts. Reports may be made confidentially and will be treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled with sensitivity. We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against any person who raises a concern in good faith.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Kensington Cleaners recognises that addressing modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility requiring continuous improvement. We regularly review our policies, risk assessments, and due diligence procedures to ensure they remain effective and proportionate to the evolving risks in our sector and supply chains.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed, updated, and approved by the directors of Kensington Cleaners on an annual basis. As part of this review, we will evaluate the effectiveness of the measures we have implemented, consider feedback from stakeholders, and identify opportunities to enhance our approach. Our goal is to ensure that Kensington Cleaners continues to operate as a responsible business that respects and promotes human rights across all aspects of its operations.