Modern Slavery Statement

1. Introduction

This statement is made pursuant to Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and constitutes My Cleaning Solutions Ltd's slavery and human trafficking statement for the financial year ending 2025.

My Cleaning Solutions Ltd (trading as "MCS Cleaning & Facilities"), company registration number [To be confirmed], is committed to preventing acts of modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. This statement reflects our ongoing commitment to ethical business practices and our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery.

2. Our Business

MCS Cleaning & Facilities provides professional commercial cleaning services across North West London and surrounding areas. Our services include:

• Office and commercial cleaning
• Healthcare facility cleaning (CQC compliant)
• End of tenancy and deep cleaning
• Post-construction cleaning
• Airbnb and serviced accommodation cleaning

We employ cleaning professionals and work with trusted suppliers to deliver high-quality services to our clients.

3. Our Commitment

We are committed to:

• Acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships
• Implementing and enforcing effective systems to combat modern slavery
• Ensuring all employees are treated with respect and dignity
• Providing fair wages and working conditions
• Maintaining transparent employment practices

4. Our Policies

4.1 Employment Practices

All employees have the right to:

• Fair compensation in accordance with UK minimum wage laws
• Safe working conditions
• Freedom of movement and association
• Keep their identity documents
• Terminate employment with appropriate notice

4.2 Recruitment

Our recruitment process ensures:

• Right to work checks are conducted for all employees
• No recruitment fees are charged to workers
• Employment terms are clearly communicated
• All workers receive proper contracts

5. Supply Chain

We work with suppliers who share our values and commitment to ethical practices. We expect our suppliers to:

• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• Treat workers fairly and with respect
• Provide safe working conditions
• Pay fair wages
• Not use forced, bonded, or child labour

6. Due Diligence

To identify and mitigate risks of modern slavery, we:

• Conduct regular reviews of our employment practices
• Monitor working conditions and worker welfare
• Assess our supply chain for potential risks
• Maintain open communication channels for reporting concerns

7. Training and Awareness

We ensure that:

• Management understands modern slavery risks
• Employees know how to identify and report concerns
• Regular training is provided on ethical employment practices
• Awareness of modern slavery indicators is maintained

8. Reporting Concerns

We encourage the reporting of any concerns related to modern slavery. Reports can be made:

• Directly to management
• Through our confidential reporting channels
• To external authorities if necessary

All reports will be investigated promptly and confidentially.

9. Measuring Effectiveness

We monitor the effectiveness of our anti-slavery measures through:

• Regular internal assessments
• Employee feedback and welfare checks
• Supplier compliance monitoring
• Incident reporting and response tracking

10. Risk Assessment

10.1 Identified Risks

We have identified the following potential risk areas in our business:

• Cleaning industry workers may be vulnerable to exploitation
• Supply chains for cleaning products and equipment
• Subcontracting arrangements
• Recruitment practices, particularly for migrant workers

10.2 Mitigation Strategies

To address these risks, we:

• Conduct thorough background checks on all employees and contractors
• Implement regular welfare checks and open communication channels
• Require suppliers to confirm compliance with modern slavery legislation
• Maintain detailed records of all workers and their working conditions
• Provide multiple channels for reporting concerns

11. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

We measure the effectiveness of our anti-slavery efforts using the following indicators:

• 100% of employees receive right-to-work verification
• 100% of suppliers acknowledge modern slavery compliance requirements
• Number of modern slavery training sessions conducted
• Response time to reported concerns
• Employee turnover rates and exit interview feedback
• Regular payroll audits to ensure fair compensation

12. Future Commitments

In the coming year, My Cleaning Solutions Ltd commits to:

• Enhance our supplier assessment processes
• Implement additional worker welfare monitoring systems
• Provide enhanced training for all management staff
• Develop partnerships with organisations that combat modern slavery
• Regular review and update of our policies and procedures
• Increase awareness campaigns for employees and subcontractors

13. Board Approval and Review

This statement has been approved by the board of directors of My Cleaning Solutions Ltd and will be reviewed and updated annually. We are committed to continuous improvement in our efforts to combat modern slavery and human trafficking.

Approved by: [Director Name]
Position: Managing Director
Date: [Date]
Next Review Date: August 2026

This statement is reviewed and published annually and is available on our website at www.mcscleaning.uk/modern-slavery

14. Contact Information