Carpet Cleaners N16 Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Carpet Cleaners N16 has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking from occurring within our business and supply chains. We are committed to operating ethically, transparently, and with integrity in all our relationships, and to upholding the fundamental rights and dignity of every person who contributes to our services.
Our commitment and zero-tolerance policy
Carpet Cleaners N16 has a clear zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, debt bondage, child labour, and any form of exploitation. This commitment applies to all aspects of our operations, including our direct workforce, subcontractors, and suppliers of goods, products, and services used in our cleaning activities.
We expect everyone who works with us or on our behalf to share this commitment. Any suspicion or evidence of modern slavery connected to our business will be addressed promptly, thoroughly, and, where appropriate, reported to relevant authorities.
Our business and supply chains
Carpet Cleaners N16 provides professional carpet and upholstery cleaning services. Our supply chains primarily include suppliers of cleaning equipment, chemicals, consumables, workwear, and related services. While the nature and size of our business mean we are not at the highest risk compared to some industries, we recognise that modern slavery can occur in any sector and we take our responsibilities seriously.
Supplier standards and audits
We are committed to working only with suppliers and subcontractors that uphold responsible labour practices. Our approach includes:
Requiring suppliers to confirm that they comply with all applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws in the countries in which they operate, including laws relating to modern slavery and human trafficking.
Communicating our zero-tolerance policy to key suppliers, making clear our expectations regarding ethical conduct, safe working conditions, and the prohibition of exploitation and forced labour.
Undertaking proportionate due diligence on new suppliers, which may include requests for information on their own policies, risk assessments, and actions to prevent modern slavery in their operations and supply chains.
Conducting periodic audits or reviews of higher-risk or key suppliers. These audits may be desk-based or, where appropriate and feasible, conducted on site. Any non-compliance or significant concern identified during these processes will trigger a requirement for corrective action or, if unresolved, may result in the termination of the business relationship.
Reporting channels and whistleblowing
We encourage all employees, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery, human trafficking, or unethical labour practices connected with Carpet Cleaners N16 or our supply chains.
Reports can be made directly to management or through internal reporting routes made known to staff. We are committed to treating all reports seriously, investigating them promptly and fairly, and taking appropriate remedial action where necessary.
We will not tolerate any form of victimisation or retaliation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith, and we will ensure that those who speak up are supported and protected throughout any investigation.
Training and awareness
We aim to improve awareness and understanding of modern slavery risks among our management team and staff. This includes providing guidance on recognising indicators of exploitation, understanding our policies, and knowing how to escalate concerns.
Where appropriate, we may provide targeted training to those involved in procurement, supplier management, and recruitment, so they are better equipped to identify and address potential risks in our operations and supply chains.
Monitoring, governance, and annual review
Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery rests with the leadership of Carpet Cleaners N16. We regularly review our policies, procedures, and supplier relationships to identify opportunities for improvement and to respond to changing risks and regulatory developments.
This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least annually. As part of that review, we will assess the effectiveness of our actions, consider any incidents or concerns raised, and update our processes where needed to strengthen our response. Any significant changes or enhancements to our approach will be reflected in future versions of this statement.
By issuing this statement, Carpet Cleaners N16 reaffirms its commitment to respecting human rights, preventing modern slavery, and promoting safe, fair, and decent work across our business and supply chains.
