Modern Slavery Statement for Croydon Carpet Cleaners

Croydon Carpet Cleaners is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and child exploitation in our operations and supply chains. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of modern slavery and expect the same standard from all suppliers, contractors, and business partners.

Our organisation recognises that the cleaning and maintenance sector can present risks within labour sourcing, subcontracting, and the procurement of goods and services. To address these risks, we apply proportionate due diligence, review supplier practices, and ensure that decision-making remains aligned with ethical and legal obligations. The modern slavery approach adopted by Croydon Carpet Cleaners is built on prevention, awareness, and accountability.

We require all employees and suppliers to comply with applicable employment laws, uphold safe working conditions, and treat workers with dignity. Any signs of coercion, withheld wages, document retention, or restricted movement are treated as serious concerns. In this way, our slavery prevention measures are designed not only to detect risk, but also to reduce the likelihood of harm before it occurs.

Supplier management is central to our commitment. Croydon Carpet Cleaners carries out supplier audits and periodic reviews to assess labour standards, recruitment processes, and contractual controls. Where appropriate, we request evidence of employment practices, right-to-work checks, and subcontractor oversight. We may also ask suppliers to confirm that they operate their own anti-slavery procedures and that they can demonstrate compliance through records and internal controls.

If a supplier fails to meet our expectations, we take prompt action. Depending on the severity of the issue, this may include corrective action plans, enhanced monitoring, suspension of orders, or termination of the relationship. We view supplier compliance as an ongoing responsibility, not a one-time requirement, and we continue to strengthen our standards through consistent ethical procurement practices.

We also provide clear reporting channels for concerns relating to modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Employees, workers, and suppliers are encouraged to raise issues in confidence and without fear of retaliation. Reports may be made through internal management routes or designated safeguarding procedures, and all concerns are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled with discretion. Whistleblowing protections are an essential part of our culture of openness.

Training and awareness support our wider compliance efforts. Relevant staff receive guidance on recognising warning signs, responding appropriately, and escalating concerns. We also reinforce the expectation that any individual involved in procurement, supervision, or subcontracting understands the importance of avoiding exploitation in every stage of service delivery. Responsible leadership ensures that modern slavery risks remain visible and manageable.

Our policies apply across the business and are reviewed alongside broader employment and operational procedures. We seek to work only with partners who share our values and who can demonstrate fair treatment of workers. This approach supports a resilient supply chain and helps Croydon Carpet Cleaners maintain a reputation for lawful, respectful, and dependable service.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains current, effective, and reflective of legal developments and operational experience. Each review considers audit findings, reported concerns, supplier performance, and any changes to our risk profile. Where improvements are identified, we update our controls and reinforce our standards. Croydon Carpet Cleaners remains firmly committed to eliminating modern slavery in all its forms and to continually improving the way we protect people throughout our business and supply chains.