Carpet Cleaning Knightsbridge Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Carpet Cleaning Knightsbridge to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold human rights and to conduct business in a transparent and ethical manner. This statement relates to the financial year ending 31 December and will be reviewed and updated annually.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Carpet Cleaning Knightsbridge maintains a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships. We expect the same high standards from all parties we work with, including suppliers, contractors, and other business partners.

We do not knowingly engage with any organisation involved in modern slavery practices and will immediately terminate relationships where credible evidence of such practices is identified and not promptly remediated.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Carpet Cleaning Knightsbridge provides professional carpet, upholstery, and related cleaning services. Our supply chains primarily include suppliers of cleaning products, machinery and equipment, workwear, premises services, and selected outsourced support services. While our operations are relatively local and straightforward, we understand that risks can be present at multiple levels of the supply chain, including in the sourcing of raw materials and manufacturing processes.

Supplier Standards and Due Diligence

We seek to work only with suppliers and partners who share our commitment to combating modern slavery. To support this, we are implementing and maintaining the following measures:

We expect suppliers to comply with all applicable labour, employment, and human rights legislation. We require new suppliers to confirm that they do not tolerate modern slavery and that they have appropriate controls in place to prevent it. We may request written confirmations of compliance with our anti-slavery standards as part of our onboarding process.

Where appropriate, we will prioritise suppliers who can demonstrate robust ethical sourcing, traceability of products, and strong labour practices. If a supplier cannot meet our standards, we will seek improvement within a reasonable timeframe or consider alternative providers.

Supplier Audits and Monitoring

Carpet Cleaning Knightsbridge is committed to enhancing oversight of our supply chain. We may conduct risk-based reviews and audits of selected suppliers, focusing on sectors and regions where the risk of modern slavery is considered higher. These audits may include requests for documentation, site visits where practical, and discussion of labour practices and safeguards.

Where concerns are identified, we will work collaboratively with the supplier to address issues and implement corrective actions. Persistent non-compliance or refusal to cooperate will result in reconsideration or termination of the business relationship.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels

All employees, contractors, and suppliers are encouraged to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery within our operations or supply chains. Reports can be made to a line manager, a senior member of the management team, or through any internal whistleblowing procedure that may be in place.

We will treat all reports seriously and sensitively. Where permitted by law, reports may be made confidentially and without fear of retaliation. We will investigate all credible allegations and take appropriate action, which may include notifying relevant authorities, conducting internal inquiries, and revising our relationships with implicated parties.

Training and Awareness

Carpet Cleaning Knightsbridge is committed to raising awareness of modern slavery among relevant employees, particularly those involved in procurement, supplier management, and on-site operations. Training and guidance will focus on recognising potential indicators of modern slavery, understanding our policies, and knowing how to raise concerns.

We will periodically review and improve our training materials to reflect emerging risks, changes in legislation, and best practice guidance.

Ongoing Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that the fight against modern slavery is an ongoing process. Carpet Cleaning Knightsbridge will continue to review and strengthen its policies, procedures, and controls to better prevent and detect modern slavery risks. This statement and our associated measures will be reviewed annually by the management team.

As part of the annual review, we will assess the effectiveness of our actions, consider feedback from stakeholders, reflect on any reported concerns or incidents, and identify opportunities for improvement. Updates to this statement will be approved at a senior level and made available to our employees, suppliers, and customers.

This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the management of Carpet Cleaning Knightsbridge, who take overall responsibility for ensuring that it is implemented, communicated, and upheld throughout the organisation.