Oven Cleaning Highbury Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Oven Cleaning Highbury has taken, and continues to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place within our business operations or our supply chains. We are committed to operating ethically, with integrity and transparency, and to upholding the rights and dignity of every person who contributes to our services.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Oven Cleaning Highbury maintains a clear zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, servitude, and child labour. We will not knowingly work with any individual, contractor, or organisation that engages in, or is connected to, such practices. This commitment applies to our own employees, contractors, agency workers, and every tier of our supply chain.

All business decisions, from recruitment and training through to purchasing and contracting, are made with reference to this zero-tolerance policy. Where any concern arises, we act quickly to investigate and, where necessary, terminate relationships that do not meet our standards.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Oven Cleaning Highbury provides professional oven and appliance cleaning services. Our supply chains include providers of cleaning products, equipment, protective clothing, vehicle services, and other operational and administrative support. While our business operates on a local and regional basis, we recognise that some products and materials may originate from countries or sectors with higher modern slavery risks.

We therefore seek to work only with reputable suppliers and service providers who can demonstrate responsible employment practices and compliance with relevant labour, human rights, and health and safety laws.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers and contractors to share our commitment to preventing modern slavery. As part of our due diligence procedures, we assess new and existing suppliers against our ethical standards. This includes asking suppliers to confirm that they do not use forced, bonded, or involuntary labour, that they respect the rights of workers to fair pay and safe working conditions, and that they have their own processes in place for identifying and addressing modern slavery risks.

Where proportionate to the nature and size of the relationship, we may request additional evidence of compliance, such as policies, statements, or certifications. We reserve the right to conduct audits or request audits by third parties of suppliers we identify as higher risk. If a supplier fails to meet our requirements, or refuses to cooperate with reasonable audit or information requests, we may suspend or end the business relationship.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels

Everyone associated with Oven Cleaning Highbury is encouraged to speak up if they have any suspicion or knowledge of modern slavery or unethical labour practices connected to our business or supply chains. Concerns can be raised with line managers, senior management, or designated compliance contacts within the business.

We are committed to ensuring that anyone who raises a concern in good faith is protected from victimisation, dismissal, or any form of retaliation. All reports are treated seriously and, where appropriate, are investigated promptly and sensitively. If an investigation substantiates a concern, we will take appropriate action, which may include notifying relevant authorities and discontinuing relationships with implicated suppliers or contractors.

Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement

Oven Cleaning Highbury provides guidance and information to relevant staff and managers so they can recognise the signs of modern slavery and understand how to respond to potential risks. We aim to build awareness of the issue throughout our business, encouraging mindful decision-making in recruitment, procurement, and day-to-day operations.

We are committed to improving our approach over time. We monitor regulatory developments, good practice guidance, and industry standards related to modern slavery, and we adjust our procedures to reflect evolving expectations and risks.

Annual Review and Statement Approval

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once every year to ensure it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with our operational realities and legal obligations. As part of the annual review, we consider any incidents, supplier changes, risk assessments, and feedback from staff or other stakeholders. Where weaknesses or new risks are identified, we update our policies and controls and communicate changes to relevant parties.

This statement has been approved by the management of Oven Cleaning Highbury, who take overall responsibility for its implementation and for promoting a culture in which modern slavery and human trafficking are never tolerated. It applies to the current financial year and will be replaced or updated following each annual review.