Modern Slavery Statement for Woolwich Carpet Cleaners

Woolwich Carpet Cleaners is committed to conducting business with integrity, dignity, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. Our zero-tolerance policy applies to every part of the business, and we expect the same standard from all suppliers, contractors, and business partners.

As a responsible carpet cleaning company, we recognise that risks can arise in areas such as labour sourcing, transport, cleaning materials, uniforms, and outsourced services. We therefore apply due diligence to help ensure that Woolwich Carpet Cleaners operates ethically and that modern slavery risks are identified and addressed early. This statement reflects our ongoing commitment to prevention, transparency, and accountability.

We do not tolerate any form of slavery, servitude, debt bondage, child labour, or exploitation. Any person found to be involved in such conduct may face immediate action, including termination of business relationships or employment where appropriate. Our approach to slavery prevention is built on vigilance, training, and clear reporting routes.

To strengthen our controls, Woolwich Carpet Cleaners carries out supplier audits and periodic reviews of third-party arrangements. These audits may include checks on worker treatment, wage practices, recruitment methods, right-to-work verification, and subcontracting arrangements. Where concerns are identified, we expect suppliers to cooperate fully, implement corrective action, and demonstrate measurable improvement.

We also assess suppliers before engagement and during the relationship to make sure they meet our ethical expectations. This includes reviewing the nature of the service, the country or region of operation, and any indicators of higher labour risk. If a supplier cannot meet our standards, we will not continue the relationship.

Training is an important part of our Woolwich carpet cleaners compliance culture. Relevant staff are encouraged to understand the warning signs of exploitation, including unusual restrictions on workers, withheld documents, signs of coercion, or inconsistent employment conditions. By increasing awareness across the organisation, we improve our ability to detect and respond to concerns quickly.

We provide clear reporting channels so that employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders can raise concerns in good faith. Reports may be made through internal management routes or safeguarding procedures, and all concerns are treated seriously and confidentially. No one will suffer retaliation for speaking up about suspected modern slavery or unethical conduct.

Any report is reviewed promptly and investigated in line with the seriousness of the issue. If required, we will escalate matters to appropriate external authorities or specialist support bodies. Our aim is to create a safe environment where concerns can be raised early and resolved effectively, supporting the integrity of Woolwich Carpet Cleaning operations.

We maintain records of concerns, audit outcomes, and corrective actions to support continuous improvement. Where issues are identified, we will work with relevant parties to remedy them, monitor progress, and, if necessary, end the relationship. This careful oversight helps ensure that our business remains aligned with ethical labour standards and responsible sourcing principles.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with changing legal and operational risks. The annual review considers supplier performance, audit findings, staff awareness, and any incidents or concerns raised during the year. It also allows us to strengthen our controls and refine our prevention measures.

As part of the review cycle, Woolwich Carpet Cleaners evaluates whether additional training, supplier checks, or policy updates are needed. We recognise that preventing modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility, not a one-time task. Therefore, our annual review helps us maintain a practical and proportionate response to risk.

Woolwich Carpet Cleaners will continue to uphold a zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery and to promote ethical conduct across its supply chain. Through supplier audits, effective reporting channels, and regular annual review, we aim to protect workers, support fair treatment, and maintain trust in everything we do.