Acton Cleaners - Modern Slavery Statement

Acton Cleaners publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to reaffirm our commitment to eradicating forced labour and human exploitation across our operations and supply chains. We set out our approach to identifying, preventing and remedying any instances of modern slavery, trafficking or related abuses. This anti-slavery statement reflects our values and explains how Acton Cleaners' modern slavery statement is implemented through policy, due diligence and governance.

We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery, including forced labour, child labour, servitude and human trafficking. All staff and suppliers are required to comply with this modern slavery policy; breaches result in disciplinary action or termination of contracts. Our leadership has endorsed an anti-slavery statement that is embedded in our code of conduct and supplier expectations.

As part of our slavery and human trafficking statement commitments, we conduct risk-based supplier audits and assessments. These audits evaluate labour practices, working hours, recruitment fees and accommodation standards. Where risks are identified, we implement corrective action plans, provide support to suppliers for remediation and, where necessary, suspend or end relationships that fail to meet our standards.

Due Diligence, Supplier Oversight and Reporting Channels

Our due diligence processes combine desktop reviews, on-site inspections and contractual clauses that require compliance with our modern slavery obligations. Suppliers must maintain transparent records and permit audits. We use a risk-based approach to prioritise audits for high-risk sectors and geographies. The procurement team receives training to spot indicators of exploitation and to escalate concerns promptly.

We maintain multiple reporting channels to ensure victims and whistleblowers can raise concerns safely and confidentially. These include anonymous internal reporting mechanisms, escalation to line managers, and a confidential reporting protocol to senior compliance officers. All reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and, where required, referred to appropriate authorities while safeguarding those impacted.

To support implementation we provide training for employees and suppliers, with materials covering modern slavery indicators, recruitment integrity and ethical recruitment. Acton Cleaners' modern slavery policy is reinforced through supplier contracts, standard operating procedures and periodic refresher sessions for operational teams.

Audit Findings, Remediation and Continuous Improvement

Our supplier audits are documented and tracked. Where non-compliance is found we require a documented remediation plan with clear timelines and verification steps. We apply a graduated response that may include additional monitoring, capacity-building support or contract termination. Audit outcomes feed into our continuous improvement programme and inform procurement decisions.

We publish an annual review of our actions and progress in addressing modern slavery risks. This review examines policy effectiveness, audit outcomes, training reach and the status of remediation measures, and it outlines planned enhancements to our anti-slavery controls. The review is presented to senior management and shapes our strategic priorities.

Acton Cleaners remains resolute: we will not tolerate modern slavery in any form. Our ongoing commitments include strengthening supplier due diligence, expanding audit coverage, improving reporting accessibility and ensuring victims receive appropriate remediation. This modern slavery compliance statement is reviewed annually and updated to reflect evolving risks and best practice, with a continuous focus on prevention, detection and remediation.

Key actions and commitments:

• Zero-tolerance policy enforced across all operations and supply chains.
• Supplier audits and corrective action plans for breaches.
• Confidential reporting channels and protected whistleblower procedures.
• Annual review and public disclosure of progress and improvements.

By publishing this anti-slavery statement, Acton Cleaners confirms the steps taken and ongoing plans to prevent modern slavery. We commit to vigilance, transparency and accountability in upholding human rights throughout our operations and supplier networks.