Carpet Cleaners W1J Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Carpet Cleaners W1J in accordance with our commitment to uphold human rights, fair treatment, and ethical conduct across all aspects of our operations. It sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Carpet Cleaners W1J operates a clear and unequivocal zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business dealings and relationships and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure modern slavery does not take place in our own operations or in any part of our supply chain.

All staff, including management, employees, contractors, and temporary workers, are expected to uphold this policy. We also expect the same high standards from all our suppliers and business partners.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Carpet Cleaners W1J provides professional carpet and upholstery cleaning services. Our supply chain includes providers of cleaning products, equipment, personal protective equipment, fleet and vehicle services, facility services, and other business support services.

We recognise that some parts of the cleaning and facilities sector, as well as global supply chains for equipment and chemicals, may present a higher risk of labour exploitation. We therefore pay particular attention to suppliers in these areas and require them to demonstrate robust labour and human rights practices.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We strive to work only with suppliers who share our commitment to eradicating modern slavery. As part of our onboarding and ongoing supplier management processes, we:

Request confirmation that suppliers comply with all relevant labour, employment, and human rights laws in the countries in which they operate, and that they do not tolerate forced, bonded, or involuntary labour.

Expect suppliers to maintain safe working conditions, fair pay practices, and working hours compliant with local legislation and good industry standards.

Reserve the right to conduct audits of suppliers where we consider there may be a risk of non-compliance. These audits may include document checks, site visits where appropriate, and discussions with management regarding working practices and labour conditions.

Where a supplier is found to be in breach of our expectations on modern slavery, we will seek corrective action within a defined timescale. If corrective measures are not implemented or if serious violations are identified, we may suspend or terminate the relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Carpet Cleaners W1J encourages a culture of openness in which concerns about suspected modern slavery or unethical behaviour can be raised without fear of retaliation. We expect everyone working for us or with us, including employees, contractors, and suppliers, to report any concerns at the earliest possible stage.

Concerns can be raised with a line manager, senior management, or through any established internal reporting process. Reports may relate to our own operations or those of our suppliers and business partners. All concerns will be taken seriously, investigated promptly, and handled as confidentially as practicable.

We will not tolerate victimisation or detrimental treatment of any person who, in good faith, reports a concern or participates in an investigation.

Training and Awareness

We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff. Training and guidance are provided, where relevant to role and responsibility, to help employees recognise indicators of exploitation, understand how to report concerns, and support the company in maintaining ethical standards.

Governance and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing this Modern Slavery Statement and our broader human rights commitments rests with the senior management of Carpet Cleaners W1J. They are responsible for ensuring that appropriate policies, procedures, and controls remain in place and are effectively implemented.

This Statement is reviewed at least annually to reflect any changes in legislation, best practice, or the structure of our business and supply chains. As part of the annual review, we assess the effectiveness of our measures, consider identified risks, evaluate supplier performance, and update our approach where improvement is needed.

By continuously reviewing and strengthening our practices, Carpet Cleaners W1J aims to contribute to the wider effort to eradicate modern slavery and human trafficking and to ensure that the services we provide are delivered with integrity and respect for the dignity and rights of every individual.