Carpet Cleaners N22 Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is made by Carpet Cleaners N22 in respect of our operations and supply chains. It sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking in any part of our business or the businesses that supply us with goods and services.

Carpet Cleaners N22 operates as a professional cleaning service provider, engaging with a range of suppliers for equipment, cleaning products and support services. We recognise that modern slavery can occur in any sector and jurisdiction and we are committed to identifying and managing the risks relevant to our activities.

Zero Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

Carpet Cleaners N22 has a clear zero tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, child labour and exploitation. We will not knowingly engage with or support any organisation, contractor or individual involved in such practices.

All directors, managers, employees and workers acting on behalf of Carpet Cleaners N22 are expected to uphold this policy in their day to day decisions and behaviour. We communicate our expectations to new starters during induction and reinforce them through ongoing training and internal communications where appropriate.

Any breach of this policy by an employee may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Any breach by a supplier or contractor may result in the suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Supply Chain Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

We recognise that the greatest risk of modern slavery in relation to our business lies within our supply chains. These include providers of cleaning chemicals, machinery, consumables, uniforms and facilities services.

Carpet Cleaners N22 is working to strengthen our supplier due diligence and audit processes. This includes assessing new suppliers based on ethical trading, labour standards, health and safety and environmental practices, as well as price and quality.

We reserve the right to conduct audits of our suppliers, either directly or through independent third parties, to verify compliance with our expectations on modern slavery and human rights. Such audits may include reviewing employment records, visiting sites and speaking with workers where appropriate and safe to do so.

Where we identify concerns, we will work with the supplier to develop and monitor corrective action plans. If issues are not addressed in a timely and effective manner, we may reconsider the commercial relationship and seek alternative suppliers.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Carpet Cleaners N22 encourages the reporting of any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery, whether within our own operations or within our supply chains. We are committed to ensuring that all concerns are taken seriously and handled sensitively and fairly.

Employees can raise concerns with their line manager or a senior manager. Where someone feels unable to raise an issue through normal management channels, they may use our internal whistleblowing procedure to report concerns in confidence.

We will investigate reports promptly and, where appropriate, take steps to protect those who raise concerns from any form of retaliation or victimisation. Where credible allegations of modern slavery arise, we will take appropriate action, which may include reporting to the relevant authorities and cooperating with any official investigation.

Training and Awareness

To support our zero tolerance stance, Carpet Cleaners N22 seeks to promote awareness of modern slavery risks among staff involved in procurement, contract management and frontline operations. Training may cover the signs of exploitation, how to report concerns, and the responsibilities of staff under this statement and relevant legislation.

We also encourage our suppliers and business partners to raise their own standards and to promote ethical employment practices throughout their operations.

Monitoring, Governance and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery sits with the senior management of Carpet Cleaners N22. They are responsible for reviewing risks, setting priorities for action and monitoring progress.

This statement and our related procedures will be reviewed at least annually to ensure they remain appropriate, effective and aligned with evolving legal requirements and best practice. The review will take into account any incidents reported, audit findings, changes in our business activities and feedback from staff and stakeholders.

We are committed to continual improvement in our efforts to combat modern slavery. As our business and supply chains develop, we will keep refining our due diligence, training, auditing and reporting mechanisms to help ensure that Carpet Cleaners N22 operates fairly, responsibly and with respect for human rights.

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement has been approved by the management of Carpet Cleaners N22 and applies to the current financial year. It will be published on our website and made available to employees, suppliers, customers and other stakeholders upon request.