Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is made by Cheap End Of Tenancy Cleaning in respect of its operations and supply chains. It sets out the steps we take, and are committed to taking, to prevent modern slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking in any part of our business and in our wider network of suppliers and contractors.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Cheap End Of Tenancy Cleaning provides professional end of tenancy and related cleaning services to residential and commercial customers. Our operations are primarily service based and rely on direct employees, vetted subcontractors, and suppliers of cleaning products and equipment. We recognise that the cleaning sector and related supply chains may be vulnerable to exploitation, particularly through the misuse of subcontracting, agency labour, and outsourced services.

Zero-Tolerance Approach to Modern Slavery

We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business dealings and relationships, and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery does not occur within our own business or our supply chains. Any involvement in or tolerance of modern slavery by employees, subcontractors, or suppliers is fundamentally incompatible with our values and will result in appropriate remedial and disciplinary action, which may include termination of contracts.

Policies and Responsibilities

Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery sits with senior management, who ensure that our policies are implemented and regularly reviewed. Our key internal policies include our anti-slavery and human trafficking policy, code of conduct, recruitment and right-to-work procedures, and health and safety standards. These policies are communicated to all employees and, where appropriate, to subcontractors and suppliers so that expectations are clear and consistently applied.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We are committed to working only with suppliers and subcontractors who share our stance on modern slavery. As part of our supplier due diligence, we assess the risk profile of each supplier based on factors such as geographic location, type of goods or services provided, and labour intensity. Where risks are identified, we take enhanced measures which may include requiring confirmation of their own modern slavery policies, evidence of right-to-work checks, and transparency regarding the use of subcontractors or agencies.

We reserve the right to conduct audits of our suppliers, either remotely or on site, to verify their compliance with our standards on modern slavery and ethical employment. These audits may involve reviewing employment records, recruitment processes, and working conditions. If a supplier fails to meet our expectations or refuses to engage constructively with improvement plans, we will consider suspending or ending the business relationship.

Training and Awareness

We aim to ensure that relevant staff, especially those involved in recruitment, procurement, and day-to-day management of workers, understand the risks of modern slavery and how to identify potential warning signs. Training and guidance are provided periodically so that employees are aware of our zero-tolerance policy, know how to escalate concerns, and understand the importance of conducting due diligence on third parties.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage all employees, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or unethical labour practices in our operations or supply chains. Concerns can be raised in confidence to line managers or directly to senior management. We will take all reports seriously, investigate them promptly, and, where appropriate, involve external authorities.

No person who raises a concern in good faith will suffer any form of retaliation, disadvantage, or termination as a result of reporting. We are committed to protecting whistleblowers and ensuring that they are supported throughout any investigation process.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility that requires continuous improvement. Each year, we will review this statement and our underlying policies, risk assessments, and due diligence processes. The annual review will consider changes in our business, developments in legislation and best practice, findings from any supplier audits, and any concerns raised through our reporting channels.

As part of this review, we will identify opportunities to strengthen our procedures, such as enhancing supplier assessments, refining contract terms, expanding staff training, and improving the way we monitor labour practices within our supply chains. Where necessary, we will update this statement to reflect our evolving approach and to provide transparent information about the steps we are taking.

Approval of this Statement

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement has been approved by the management of Cheap End Of Tenancy Cleaning and reflects our ongoing commitment to conducting business responsibly, ethically, and in full respect of human rights.