Carpet Cleaners SW5 Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Carpet Cleaners SW5 in respect of the financial year ending on 31 December 2026. It sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains.

Carpet Cleaners SW5 provides professional carpet and upholstery cleaning services. Our activities rely on a combination of directly employed staff and a network of suppliers that provide cleaning products, equipment, and ancillary services. We recognise that all organisations have a responsibility to be vigilant and to actively work to identify, prevent, and address risks related to modern slavery.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

Carpet Cleaners SW5 maintains a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships and to implementing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking are not taking place anywhere in our own operations or in our supply chains.

All employees, contractors, and suppliers are expected to uphold this commitment. Any conduct that is inconsistent with this policy will be addressed promptly and may result in disciplinary action, termination of contracts, and, where appropriate, referral to relevant authorities.

Our Supply Chains and Supplier Standards

Our supply chains include providers of cleaning chemicals and consumables, machinery and equipment, maintenance services, and other business support functions. We are committed to working only with suppliers who share our stance on modern slavery and who are prepared to demonstrate compliance with applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws.

Supplier contracts and purchase terms require suppliers to adhere to fair employment practices, prohibit forced or compulsory labour, and ensure that workers are employed voluntarily, paid fairly, and treated with dignity and respect. We expect suppliers to cascade these standards to their own subcontractors and sources of raw materials.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

To strengthen our approach, Carpet Cleaners SW5 is developing and implementing proportionate supplier due diligence and audit procedures. These measures are designed to identify, assess, and manage the risk of modern slavery in our supply chains.

Our supplier audits and due diligence activities include assessing suppliers against criteria such as their use of temporary labour, geographic risk factors, and historic compliance performance. We may request documentary evidence of labour practices, carry out site visits where appropriate, and require completion of modern slavery and ethics questionnaires. Where non-compliance or concerns are identified, we will work with the supplier on corrective actions and, if necessary, suspend or terminate the business relationship.

Employee Awareness, Training, and Responsibilities

We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff, especially those involved in sourcing, procurement, and on-site operations. Training and guidance are provided so that employees understand what modern slavery is, how to recognise potential indicators, and what actions to take if they have concerns.

All managers are responsible for promoting ethical behaviour and ensuring that the principles of this statement are embedded in day-to-day operations. Employees are expected to report any suspected breach of our zero-tolerance policy without fear of retaliation.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Carpet Cleaners SW5 encourages anyone working for us, with us, or on our behalf to report any concerns related to modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Concerns can be raised with a line manager, a senior manager, or through the companys internal reporting processes.

We are committed to treating all reports seriously and, where appropriate, investigating them promptly and confidentially. We do not tolerate victimisation of any individual who raises a concern in good faith. If an investigation confirms that modern slavery or related abuses have occurred, we will take immediate corrective action and notify relevant authorities where required.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Our approach to tackling modern slavery is subject to continuous improvement. We recognise that risks evolve and that our response must be regularly evaluated and strengthened. To this end, Carpet Cleaners SW5 will review this Modern Slavery Statement and our supporting policies, procedures, and controls on an annual basis or more frequently if there are significant changes in our business or risk profile.

Each annual review will consider feedback from employees, suppliers, audit findings, and developments in legislation and best practice. Where necessary, we will update our processes, enhance training, adjust our supplier requirements, and refine our reporting mechanisms to ensure that our zero-tolerance stance remains effective and credible.

This Statement has been approved by the management of Carpet Cleaners SW5, who are responsible for its implementation and oversight.