Modern Slavery Statement for Pimlico Cleaners

Pimlico Cleaners is committed to conducting business with integrity, dignity, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Pimlico Cleaners takes to prevent modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, debt bondage, and child labour within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that responsible cleaning services depend on ethical employment practices and fair treatment for everyone involved in delivering our work. Our approach is guided by a clear zero-tolerance policy toward any form of exploitation.

We expect all employees, labour providers, contractors, and suppliers to uphold the same standards. Pimlico Cleaners does not knowingly engage with any party that uses coercion, deception, withholding of wages, or other abusive practices. We require lawful working conditions, proper age verification, fair pay, and the right to leave employment freely. These expectations are embedded into our onboarding, contract reviews, and procurement decisions, forming a core part of our anti-slavery commitment.

As part of our ongoing Pimlico Cleaners modern slavery statement, we assess areas of higher risk within our supply chain, including recruitment, subcontracted labour, and low-margin service provision. Suppliers are reviewed before engagement and then monitored through periodic supplier audits, document checks, and risk-based assessments. Where appropriate, we request evidence of right-to-work checks, payroll records, employment terms, and training records. If concerns are identified, we investigate promptly and may require corrective action, suspension, or termination of the relationship.

Policies, Controls, and Responsibilities

Our anti-slavery framework is supported by internal controls designed to identify and reduce risk. Managers are responsible for understanding warning signs such as unusual recruitment fees, restricted movement, excessive overtime, poor living conditions, or inconsistent wage practices. We also ensure that hiring processes are transparent and that workers are not forced to pay for jobs or essential documentation. These safeguards help reinforce the zero-tolerance position set out in this modern slavery policy statement.

Training is provided to relevant staff so they can recognise indicators of exploitation and respond appropriately. We believe awareness is essential, because modern slavery can be hidden in complex labour arrangements and informal subcontracting. Our team is encouraged to remain vigilant, to question irregularities, and to escalate concerns without delay. By maintaining informed oversight, Pimlico Cleaners strengthens ethical standards across the business.

We expect suppliers to maintain accurate records and cooperate fully with audits or requests for information. Supplier audits may include site visits, interviews, and reviews of employment documentation where risk levels justify deeper examination. If a supplier fails to meet our standards, we will work with them to improve practices where possible; however, repeated non-compliance or evidence of severe abuse will not be tolerated. Our Pimlico Cleaners modern slavery statement makes clear that commercial performance can never outweigh human rights.

In addition to formal checks, we promote ethical decision-making through procurement reviews and contract language that reflects our expectations. We seek to partner with organisations that share our values and demonstrate transparency in their labour practices. This helps create a supply network where exploitation is less likely to occur and where concerns can be identified earlier. Our responsibility extends beyond direct operations to the wider relationships that support our services.

Reporting, Review, and Continuous Improvement

Any employee, supplier worker, or third party who suspects modern slavery may report concerns through internal reporting channels. Reports may be made to line managers, senior leadership, or designated safeguarding representatives, and all concerns are treated seriously and confidentially. We prohibit retaliation against anyone raising an issue in good faith. This safe reporting environment is essential to ensuring that potential abuse is brought to light and addressed promptly.

When a concern is raised, we investigate proportionately and take action based on the findings. This may include speaking with relevant parties, reviewing documents, pausing work with a supplier, or notifying appropriate authorities if required. We recognise that a swift and careful response can protect vulnerable individuals and prevent further harm. Accountability is central to the Pimlico Cleaners modern slavery statement and to our wider ethical standards.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with legal requirements and operational risks. The review process considers audit results, reported concerns, supplier performance, and any emerging risks in the sectors we work with. Findings from the annual review inform updates to policies, training, and supplier management procedures. Through regular evaluation, Pimlico Cleaners continues to strengthen its commitment to preventing modern slavery and protecting human dignity throughout its business and supply chain.