Ruby Cleaners Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Ruby Cleaners has taken, and continues to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place within our business operations or supply chains. Ruby Cleaners is committed to conducting business ethically, transparently, and in full respect of human rights.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Ruby Cleaners maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and all forms of exploitation. We expect the same high standards from all individuals and organisations we work with, including employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers. Any suspected breach of this policy will be treated seriously, investigated promptly, and may result in termination of contracts or other appropriate actions.

We recognise that modern slavery can occur in many forms, such as servitude, compulsory labour, debt bondage, and the restriction of movement. Ruby Cleaners is committed to identifying, preventing, and addressing any such risks in our operations and supply chains.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Ruby Cleaners provides professional cleaning services and relies on a range of suppliers for equipment, cleaning products, uniforms, and support services. We understand that the greatest risk of modern slavery often lies within complex and multi-tiered supply chains. Accordingly, we aim to work with suppliers that share our values and can demonstrate responsible employment practices and respect for human rights.

We are progressively mapping our supply chain to better understand where risks may arise and to focus our due diligence efforts where they can have the greatest impact.

Supplier Standards and Audits

All new suppliers are expected to comply with applicable labour and human rights laws and to act in accordance with Ruby Cleaners modern slavery principles. During supplier onboarding, we conduct proportionate due diligence, which may include questions about labour practices, subcontracting, recruitment processes, and worker protections.

Ruby Cleaners reserves the right to audit suppliers, either directly or through independent auditors, to verify compliance with our standards. These audits may include site visits, worker interviews, and review of employment records. Where issues are identified, we will work collaboratively with suppliers to implement corrective action plans within clear timeframes. If meaningful improvement is not achieved, Ruby Cleaners may suspend or terminate the business relationship.

Reporting Concerns and Protection

Ruby Cleaners encourages all employees, contractors, and stakeholders to raise concerns about any suspected modern slavery or unethical labour practice connected with our business or supply chain. Concerns can be reported to line management or senior management through established internal reporting channels.

We are committed to ensuring that no individual suffers any detrimental treatment as a result of raising a concern in good faith. Detrimental treatment includes dismissal, disciplinary action, threats, or other unfavourable treatment. Reports will be handled sensitively, investigated thoroughly where appropriate, and treated as confidential as far as is reasonably practicable.

Training and Awareness

Ruby Cleaners is committed to building awareness of modern slavery risks throughout our workforce. Relevant employees receive guidance on recognising indicators of exploitation, understanding their responsibilities, and knowing how to escalate concerns. We review and update training materials periodically to reflect evolving best practice and regulatory developments.

Monitoring, Review, and Continuous Improvement

We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing process requiring continuous vigilance and improvement. Ruby Cleaners monitors the effectiveness of our actions through review of reported concerns, supplier assessments, audit outcomes, and feedback from stakeholders.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by senior management to ensure its continued suitability and effectiveness. The review considers changes in our business operations, updates in legal requirements, and insights from our due diligence and audit activities. Where necessary, we strengthen our policies, procedures, and controls to enhance our response to modern slavery risks.

This Statement has been approved by the leadership of Ruby Cleaners and represents our ongoing commitment to preventing modern slavery and promoting fair and ethical treatment for all workers connected with our business.