Modern Slavery Statement for Carpet Cleaners Canarywharf

Carpet Cleaners Canarywharf is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent forced labor, human trafficking, child labor, and other forms of exploitation within our operations and supply chain. Our zero-tolerance policy applies to every aspect of the business, including employment practices, subcontracting, sourcing, and procurement.

We recognize that the cleaning sector can present elevated risks due to dispersed workforces, temporary labor, and multiple tiers of supply. For that reason, Carpet Cleaners Canary Wharf maintains clear controls to identify, reduce, and respond to risks. All staff are expected to act ethically, follow internal procedures, and report any concern that may indicate abusive labor practices. We believe prevention is more effective than reaction, and we continuously reinforce this principle through training and oversight.

Our commitment begins with recruitment and onboarding. We verify the right to work, require fair contracts, and prohibit the retention of identity documents. Workers must be treated with dignity, paid fairly, and given the freedom to leave employment in accordance with applicable law. Any manager or contractor who breaches these standards may face immediate corrective action, contract termination, or referral to appropriate authorities where necessary.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

To support our modern slavery prevention efforts, we conduct risk-based supplier audits and due diligence checks. Potential suppliers are assessed before engagement, with attention to labor standards, subcontracting arrangements, wage practices, and worker welfare. Where appropriate, we request declarations confirming compliance with anti-slavery laws and ethical employment requirements.

Existing suppliers are reviewed periodically, with higher-risk relationships subject to more frequent audits. These reviews may include document checks, site visits, worker interviews, and evidence of corrective actions. If concerns are identified, we require prompt remediation and monitor progress closely. Persistent non-compliance will result in suspension or removal from our approved supplier base. This approach helps ensure that Carpet Cleaners Canarywharf works only with organizations that share our values and respect human rights.

Our procurement team is trained to recognize warning signs such as excessive recruitment fees, withheld wages, restricted movement, or unclear employment status. We also expect suppliers to apply the same standards to their own subcontractors. This extended responsibility is essential because exploitation can occur at any tier of the supply chain. By maintaining consistent expectations, Carpet Cleaners Canary Wharf strengthens accountability and reduces hidden risk.

Reporting Channels and Escalation

We encourage all employees, contractors, and suppliers to speak up if they suspect unethical treatment or modern slavery-related abuse. Concerns can be raised through internal management channels, compliance reporting routes, or directly to designated safeguarding personnel. Reports may be made confidentially, and where permitted by law, anonymously. No person will suffer retaliation for raising a genuine concern in good faith.

All reports are reviewed promptly and treated seriously. We document the issue, assess risk, and determine appropriate next steps, which may include investigation, worker support, supplier review, or escalation to law enforcement and specialist agencies. This process is designed to protect vulnerable individuals and ensure that potential breaches are not overlooked. Carpet Cleaners Canarywharf expects every team member to help maintain an ethical workplace culture built on trust and responsibility.

We also communicate our expectations through contractual terms, staff induction, and refresher training. Managers are responsible for identifying issues early and ensuring that concerns are not minimized or ignored. By keeping reporting routes visible and accessible, we make it easier to detect signs of exploitation before harm becomes entrenched.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This statement, along with our related policies and procedures, is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective and aligned with legal obligations, industry practice, and operational changes. During the review, we consider audit outcomes, reported concerns, supplier performance, training records, and any incidents that highlight emerging risk. Findings are used to strengthen controls and improve decision-making.

Where needed, we update our procedures to reflect lessons learned and reinforce accountability across the business. We are committed to continuous improvement, and we understand that combating modern slavery requires vigilance, consistency, and leadership at every level. The responsibility extends beyond compliance; it is part of how Carpet Cleaners Canarywharf protects people and upholds fair working conditions.

Through this statement, Carpet Cleaners Canary Wharf confirms its ongoing commitment to ethical trading, responsible sourcing, and the protection of human rights. We will continue to apply our zero-tolerance approach, strengthen supplier audits, support safe reporting, and review our practices every year to ensure meaningful progress in preventing modern slavery.