Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement for Carpet Cleaners Stockwell

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement outlines the steps Carpet Cleaners Stockwell has taken, and continues to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place within our business or our supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to safeguard people from exploitation.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Carpet Cleaners Stockwell provides professional carpet, upholstery, and related cleaning services to residential and commercial customers. Our operations are primarily local and regional, and our supply chains include cleaning product manufacturers and distributors, equipment suppliers, uniform providers, and facilities service partners. We recognise that risks of modern slavery can exist at any level of the supply chain, particularly in manufacturing, transport, and low-skilled labour sectors, and we work to identify and reduce these risks on an ongoing basis.

Zero-Tolerance Approach to Modern Slavery

Carpet Cleaners Stockwell has a clear zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and child labour. We will not knowingly work with any organisation or individual that engages in, supports, or condones such practices. This commitment applies to our own operations, our direct and indirect suppliers, contractors, and any other third parties acting on our behalf.

Any confirmed breach of this policy by a supplier or contractor may result in the termination of our relationship and the notification of relevant authorities where appropriate. Within our own workforce, any employee found to be involved in or complicit with modern slavery practices will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers and service partners to share our commitment to ethical conduct. As part of our supplier management process, we seek assurances that our suppliers:

Operate in compliance with all applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws.
Prohibit the use of forced, bonded, or involuntary labour of any kind.
Do not tolerate child labour or exploitative working conditions.
Provide fair wages, reasonable working hours, and safe working environments.

Where appropriate and proportionate to the level of risk, Carpet Cleaners Stockwell conducts supplier assessments and audits. These may include the review of policies and certifications, requests for written confirmations of compliance, and, where feasible, visits or remote checks on working conditions. If risks or non-compliance are identified, we will work with the supplier on corrective action plans or consider ending the relationship if improvements are not made.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels

We encourage a culture of openness in which employees, contractors, and other stakeholders feel able to raise concerns without fear of retaliation. Any concerns or suspicions about modern slavery, whether in our own operations or in our supply chains, can be reported to management at any time. Reports may be made verbally or in writing to a supervisor, manager, or a designated senior member of staff.

All reports will be treated seriously, handled in confidence as far as possible, and investigated promptly and fairly. We are committed to protecting anyone who raises a concern in good faith from detrimental treatment, victimisation, or retaliation.

Training and Awareness

Carpet Cleaners Stockwell provides appropriate information and guidance to relevant staff to help them recognise the signs of modern slavery and understand our zero-tolerance policy. We aim to ensure that managers and employees involved in procurement, recruitment, and supplier engagement are aware of the risks and know how to respond if they identify or suspect any form of exploitation.

Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery rests with the senior management of Carpet Cleaners Stockwell. We monitor the effectiveness of our actions through regular review of supplier information, feedback from staff, and any reported concerns or incidents.

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is reviewed at least once every 12 months to ensure it remains accurate, relevant, and effective. As our business and supply chains evolve, we are committed to continually improving our processes, strengthening our due diligence, and enhancing training to reduce the risk of modern slavery.

This statement reflects Carpet Cleaners Stockwell's position on modern slavery for the current financial year and will be updated as part of our ongoing commitment to ethical and responsible business practices.