Carpet Cleaners Islington Modern Slavery Commitment

Carpet Cleaners Islington is committed to conducting all aspects of its business in an ethical and responsible manner. This Modern Slavery Statement explains our approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. It applies to all staff, contractors, and suppliers engaged by Carpet Cleaners Islington.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Carpet Cleaners Islington provides professional carpet and upholstery cleaning services to residential and commercial customers. Our supply chain includes manufacturers and distributors of cleaning products, machinery, consumables, uniforms, and business support services. We recognise that certain areas of the cleaning and facilities sector can be vulnerable to labour exploitation, and we therefore take active steps to reduce these risks.

Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation. We will not knowingly work with any organisation that is involved in, or knowingly turns a blind eye to, such practices. Compliance with this policy is a condition of working for, or with, Carpet Cleaners Islington.

All managers and supervisors are responsible for promoting awareness of this policy and ensuring that working practices within their areas of control uphold the dignity, safety, and legal rights of every individual. Breaches of this policy by employees may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Where suppliers or contractors are found to be in breach, we will take appropriate action, which may include immediate termination of the business relationship.

Responsible Recruitment and Employment Practices

Carpet Cleaners Islington is committed to fair and transparent recruitment and employment practices. We ensure that all staff work voluntarily, receive at least the applicable minimum wage, and have clear written terms and conditions of employment. We do not withhold passports, identity documents, or wages, and we do not charge recruitment fees.

Right-to-work checks are conducted on all employees, and we take steps to verify the identity of workers. Staff are free to leave their employment after giving the required notice under their contracts and are not subject to any form of coercion or intimidation.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers and contractors to share our commitment to preventing modern slavery and to adhere to all relevant labour, employment, and human rights laws in the countries in which they operate. We communicate our expectations clearly and require suppliers to confirm that they have policies and controls in place to mitigate the risk of modern slavery.

Carpet Cleaners Islington conducts proportionate due diligence on key suppliers and may request evidence of their compliance measures, such as workforce policies, ethical sourcing practices, and training initiatives. We reserve the right to carry out audits, either directly or through competent third parties, to verify adherence to our standards. Where concerns are identified, we expect timely corrective action and will monitor progress closely.

Training and Awareness

We recognise that raising awareness is vital to identifying and preventing modern slavery. Relevant staff, particularly those involved in recruitment, procurement, and supplier management, are provided with guidance on recognising indicators of exploitation and the appropriate steps to take if they suspect a risk.

We encourage a culture of openness in which concerns can be raised without fear of retaliation, and we remind employees periodically of our policy and expectations.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing

Carpet Cleaners Islington is committed to providing clear channels for reporting any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking. Employees, workers, suppliers, and other stakeholders are encouraged to raise suspicions or evidence of exploitation at the earliest opportunity.

Concerns can be reported to a line manager or a senior manager, or through any established internal whistleblowing mechanism. Reports will be treated seriously, handled sensitively, and investigated where appropriate. We will not tolerate any form of victimisation or retaliation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility and requires continuous improvement. Carpet Cleaners Islington regularly reviews its policies, due diligence processes, and supplier management practices to strengthen protections against exploitation.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least once every year, and more frequently if necessary to reflect changes in legislation, guidance, or our business operations. The annual review will consider the effectiveness of our actions, any incidents or concerns raised, and opportunities for further improvement in our approach to ethical and responsible business conduct.

This statement has been approved by the management of Carpet Cleaners Islington, who are responsible for its implementation and for ensuring ongoing compliance throughout the organisation.