Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

Carpet Cleaners Lambeth is committed to conducting its business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps we take to identify, prevent, and address the risk of modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains.

We recognise that modern slavery is a serious global issue that can affect any sector and geography. As a provider of carpet and upholstery cleaning services, we are determined to ensure that our activities do not contribute in any way to the exploitation of individuals, whether through forced labour, servitude, human trafficking, or child labour.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

Carpet Cleaners Lambeth has a clear and unwavering zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. We will not knowingly engage with or support any organisation, individual, or activity that is linked to exploitative labour practices.

This policy applies to all aspects of our business, including our direct employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers. Every person working for or on behalf of Carpet Cleaners Lambeth is expected to uphold the highest standards of ethical behaviour and comply with all applicable labour and human rights legislation.

Any confirmed instance of modern slavery or human trafficking within our operations or supply chains will result in immediate corrective action, which may include termination of contracts, reporting to the relevant authorities, and steps to protect affected individuals.

Our Supply Chains and Supplier Standards

Our supply chains primarily include providers of cleaning products, equipment, uniforms, and related services. We aim to work with reputable suppliers who share our commitment to fair and safe working conditions.

Suppliers are expected to comply with our ethical standards, including a prohibition on forced, bonded, or compulsory labour, and any form of human trafficking. We expect them to ensure that workers are employed voluntarily, are free to leave their employment with appropriate notice, and are not coerced through threats, debt bondage, withholding of identity documents, or other abusive practices.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

Carpet Cleaners Lambeth conducts proportionate due diligence on its key suppliers to assess potential risks of modern slavery. This may include reviewing information on labour practices, sourcing policies, and compliance with relevant legislation.

Where appropriate, we carry out supplier audits, which can involve site visits, requests for supporting documentation, and discussions regarding labour conditions and recruitment practices. These audits are aimed at verifying that suppliers meet our expectations on fair treatment of workers and that they maintain transparent, traceable employment records.

If concerns are identified during our due diligence or audit activities, we will seek to work with suppliers to address them through corrective action plans. Where issues are not resolved to our satisfaction, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate the business relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Carpet Cleaners Lambeth encourages openness and supports any person who raises genuine concerns about potential modern slavery or human trafficking risks, whether within our business or in our supply chains.

Employees, contractors, and suppliers are encouraged to report any suspected cases of exploitation or unethical labour practices to management or through established internal reporting routes. Reports can be made confidentially, and we will take all concerns seriously, investigate them promptly, and, where appropriate, escalate them to external authorities.

We are committed to ensuring that no one suffers any form of detrimental treatment for reporting a concern in good faith. Retaliation against any individual who raises a genuine concern is strictly prohibited and will be treated as a disciplinary matter.

Training and Awareness

We recognise the importance of increasing awareness of modern slavery and human trafficking among our workforce. Relevant staff are provided with guidance on identifying signs of exploitation, understanding our zero-tolerance policy, and knowing how to report concerns.

We also expect managers who are responsible for procurement and supplier relationships to be familiar with our ethical standards and to integrate these considerations into their decision-making processes.

Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our modern slavery commitments rests with the senior management of Carpet Cleaners Lambeth. They are responsible for ensuring that this statement is implemented effectively and that our approach remains appropriate and proportionate to the risks we face.

We monitor the effectiveness of our measures through ongoing supplier engagement, review of reported concerns, and periodic assessments of our policies and procedures. Lessons learned from any incidents or audit findings are used to strengthen our controls and improve practices.

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is reviewed annually. The review considers any changes in our business activities, supply chains, legislation, and emerging best practice. Where necessary, we will update our policies, due diligence processes, and training to ensure continued improvement in preventing and addressing modern slavery risks.

By maintaining this commitment, Carpet Cleaners Lambeth seeks to contribute to a cleaning industry in which all workers are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.