Modern Slavery Statement for Enfield Cleaners

Enfield Cleaners is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our zero-tolerance policy toward slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, child labour, and any form of exploitation within our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can appear in many forms, including debt bondage, coercion, and deceptive recruitment practices, and we remain alert to these risks across every level of our work.

Our approach is grounded in prevention, detection, and swift action. We expect all employees, contractors, and business partners to uphold the same ethical standards. Through clear governance and regular oversight, Enfield Cleaners aims to ensure that our cleaning services are delivered responsibly, lawfully, and with dignity for all workers. We do not tolerate any practice that undermines the freedom, safety, or wellbeing of individuals.

As part of our commitment, we assess risk in our labour practices and procurement processes. This includes reviewing the use of agency workers, subcontractors, and external suppliers, especially where work may be seasonal, low-paid, or carried out under time pressure. By applying a consistent modern slavery framework, Enfield Cleaners seeks to protect vulnerable workers and reinforce ethical conduct across the business.

Supplier oversight is a key part of our strategy. We carry out supplier audits and reviews to understand how suppliers manage labour standards, recruitment, and working conditions. Where appropriate, audits may include document checks, worker interviews, and evidence of compliance with employment law and ethical sourcing requirements. We expect suppliers to maintain transparent records and to demonstrate that they do not use forced, trafficked, or otherwise exploited labour.

When concerns are identified, we act proportionately and promptly. Depending on the issue, this may involve requesting corrective action, increasing monitoring, suspending new orders, or ending the business relationship. We also require suppliers to pass on the same expectations to their own supply chains, helping to reduce the risk of hidden exploitation further down the chain. This modern slavery statement is therefore not only a declaration of intent, but also a practical framework for accountability.

Training and awareness are equally important. Relevant managers and supervisors receive guidance on recognising warning signs such as restricted movement, withheld documents, unsafe accommodation, unusual dependency on employers, or reluctance to speak freely. By strengthening awareness, Enfield Cleaners improves its ability to identify risks early and respond in a responsible manner.

We also provide clear reporting channels so that employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders can raise concerns confidentially and without fear of retaliation. Any report relating to labour abuse, unethical recruitment, or suspicious supplier behaviour is treated seriously and investigated promptly. We encourage an open culture where concerns can be shared in good faith, and we do not permit victimisation of anyone who raises a genuine issue.

If a modern slavery concern is raised, the matter is escalated through appropriate management channels for review and action. Depending on the severity of the concern, we may involve external advisors, law enforcement, or specialist support organisations. Our aim is to protect potentially affected individuals, secure evidence where needed, and prevent further harm. This is an essential part of maintaining trust in the Enfield cleaners model of responsible service delivery.

Enfield Cleaners will review this statement annually to ensure it remains current, effective, and aligned with legal requirements and best practice. The review process considers changes in legislation, business activities, supplier risk, and any incidents or lessons learned over the year. Where improvements are identified, we will update our policies, monitoring procedures, and staff guidance accordingly.

Our annual review also supports continuous improvement in ethical procurement and worker protection. By reassessing our controls each year, we can strengthen our response to emerging risks and maintain a clear position against exploitation. We believe that responsible business conduct is central to delivering reliable cleaning services and safeguarding the people who make them possible.

This statement reflects the ongoing commitment of Enfield Cleaners to prevent modern slavery in all its forms. Through a firm zero-tolerance policy, active supplier audits, accessible reporting channels, and an annual review cycle, we will continue to uphold human rights and ethical standards throughout our organisation and supply chain.