Carpet Cleaning W1 Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps that Carpet Cleaning W1 takes to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We are committed to conducting business responsibly and ethically, and to ensuring that the people who work for us, and with us, are treated with dignity and respect.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Carpet Cleaning W1 maintains a strict zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery. This means we do not accept, condone, or ignore any practice that involves forced, bonded, or involuntary labour, servitude, or human trafficking in any part of our business or supply chain. We expect the same clear and demonstrable commitment from all suppliers, subcontractors, and business partners who provide goods or services to us.

All working relationships must be based on freely chosen employment. Workers must be free to leave their employment after reasonable notice, hold their own identity documents, and receive fair pay in line with applicable laws. Any breach of these principles is treated as serious misconduct and may result in termination of contracts or business relationships.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Carpet Cleaning W1 provides professional carpet and soft furnishing cleaning services. Our supply chain includes providers of cleaning products and equipment, personal protective equipment, transportation, facilities management, and office support services. We recognise that, even in relatively low-risk sectors, risks of modern slavery can exist at raw material, manufacturing, and logistics stages, particularly where there is outsourcing, subcontracting, or the use of temporary labour.

Supplier Standards and Due Diligence

We are committed to working only with suppliers who share our values on ethical labour and human rights. Our supplier selection and approval processes incorporate an assessment of labour standards, including confirmation that suppliers comply with all relevant employment, wage, and health and safety legislation in the jurisdictions where they operate.

New and existing suppliers are expected to demonstrate that they have policies and controls in place to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking. When appropriate, we seek written confirmation of compliance with our standards and require suppliers to cascade equivalent expectations to their own subcontractors and upstream partners.

Supplier Audits and Monitoring

To support our zero-tolerance policy, Carpet Cleaning W1 undertakes proportionate and risk-based supplier audits and monitoring activities. These may include requesting documentation relating to labour practices, such as employment contracts, evidence of wage payments, and health and safety records. Where relevant, we may conduct site visits or require independent assessments of supplier facilities.

Where potential issues are identified, we work collaboratively with suppliers to agree corrective action plans with clear timescales. Failure to adequately address issues, or any evidence of modern slavery that is not swiftly remedied, may result in suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels

Carpet Cleaning W1 encourages all workers, contractors, and stakeholders to report concerns about modern slavery or unethical labour practices without fear of retaliation. Individuals are encouraged to raise concerns directly with their line manager, a senior manager, or via internal reporting mechanisms established by the company.

Reports may include suspected cases of forced labour, withholding of wages or identity documents, abusive working conditions, deceptive recruitment practices, or any behaviour that undermines workers rights. All reports are treated seriously, handled sensitively, and investigated promptly. Where appropriate, we will escalate matters to the relevant authorities and fully cooperate with any official investigations.

Training and Awareness

We aim to build awareness of modern slavery risks among our employees, particularly those involved in procurement, contract management, and supplier engagement. Training and guidance focus on recognising warning signs of exploitation, understanding our policies and procedures, and knowing how to raise concerns.

By promoting awareness and responsibility across our workforce, we support a culture in which unethical practices are more likely to be noticed, challenged, and reported.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually to ensure that it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with evolving legal requirements and best practice. As part of this review, we consider the effectiveness of our supplier audits, our response to any reported concerns, and opportunities to strengthen our controls.

Carpet Cleaning W1 is committed to the continuous improvement of our approach to identifying, preventing, and addressing the risks of modern slavery in our operations and supply chains. We will update this statement as necessary to reflect our progress, new initiatives, and any changes to our organisational structure or risk profile.

This statement has been approved by the management of Carpet Cleaning W1 and represents our ongoing commitment to upholding human rights and eliminating modern slavery in all its forms.