Carpet Cleaning Haringey Modern Slavery Commitment

Carpet Cleaning Haringey is firmly committed to conducting all aspects of our operations in an ethical, responsible, and transparent manner. We recognise that modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation are serious crimes and fundamental violations of human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we are taking to identify, prevent, and address modern slavery risks in our business and supply chains.

We operate within the cleaning and property services sector, engaging with a range of suppliers for equipment, cleaning products, subcontracted services, and other operational needs. While our direct operations are relatively small in scale, we acknowledge that risks may exist within wider supply chains, and we are committed to continually improving our practices to address those risks.

Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

Carpet Cleaning Haringey has a clear zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery, human trafficking, child labour, and any form of forced, bonded, or involuntary labour. We do not accept these practices in our own operations or in those of our suppliers, contractors, or business partners.

All staff, whether permanent, temporary, agency, or subcontracted, must be engaged on fair terms and must work freely and voluntarily. We expect everyone working with us to comply with applicable labour and human rights laws, including fair pay, safe working conditions, and freedom of movement and association. Any breach or suspected breach of this policy will be treated as a serious matter and may lead to termination of contracts or working relationships.

Responsible Procurement and Supplier Audits

We are committed to working only with suppliers and contractors who share our values and comply with our standards on modern slavery and ethical conduct. As part of our procurement process, we seek to identify and assess potential risks within our supply chains, particularly in relation to high-risk sectors and geographies.

Supplier selection and onboarding involve due diligence measures, which may include ethical compliance questions, acknowledgement of our zero-tolerance policy, and assessment of labour practices. For higher-risk relationships, we reserve the right to conduct audits or request evidence of compliance, such as policies, training records, and third-party certifications. Where necessary, we will engage with suppliers to address shortcomings and support improvements. If a supplier is unwilling or unable to meet our expectations, we will reconsider the relationship and, where appropriate, cease to work with them.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Carpet Cleaning Haringey encourages all employees, workers, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery, exploitation, or unethical labour practices connected to our operations or supply chains. Concerns may relate to working conditions, recruitment fees, withholding of documents, threats, or any behaviour that suggests individuals are not working freely.

Reports can be made through internal reporting to management, line supervisors, or designated senior personnel. We are committed to handling all reports sensitively, fairly, and, where possible, confidentially. No one raising a concern in good faith will suffer victimisation, retaliation, or disadvantage for doing so. We will investigate all credible allegations and, where necessary, take appropriate remedial and disciplinary action, including reporting matters to relevant authorities.

Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement

We recognise that effective prevention of modern slavery requires awareness and vigilance. Carpet Cleaning Haringey aims to raise understanding among managers and staff about the indicators of modern slavery and the steps to take when concerns arise. Where appropriate, we provide guidance and resources to help employees and key suppliers recognise risks and respond responsibly.

As we develop our systems and processes, we will review and update our policies, due diligence procedures, and training materials to reflect evolving best practice and regulatory requirements. We also seek opportunities to work collaboratively with suppliers and industry partners to strengthen standards and share learning.

Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery sits with the senior management of Carpet Cleaning Haringey. They are accountable for ensuring that appropriate policies, risk assessments, and controls are in place and that this statement reflects our current practices and ambitions.

We will review this Modern Slavery Statement at least once every year, or more frequently if required by changes in legislation, business structure, or risk profile. The annual review will consider the effectiveness of our actions, findings from any supplier assessments or audits, feedback from stakeholders, and any incidents or concerns raised. Where gaps or improvement opportunities are identified, we will implement corrective actions and set clear objectives for the following period.

This statement represents Carpet Cleaning Haringey’s ongoing commitment to preventing modern slavery in all its forms and to promoting respect for human rights across our business and supply chains.