Modern Slavery Statement
Carpet Cleaning Pimlico Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Carpet Cleaning Pimlico has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. Modern slavery is a crime and a violation of fundamental human rights. It takes various forms, including slavery, servitude, forced and compulsory labour, and human trafficking, all of which have in common the deprivation of a person’s liberty for personal or commercial gain.
Carpet Cleaning Pimlico is committed to conducting business in an ethical and responsible way. We recognise our duty to act with integrity in all our business relationships and to implement and enforce effective systems and controls to ensure modern slavery is not taking place anywhere in our business or in any of our supply chains.
Zero-Tolerance Approach to Modern Slavery
We have a clear zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. This policy applies to all persons working for or on behalf of Carpet Cleaning Pimlico in any capacity, including employees at all levels, agency workers, contractors, suppliers, and business partners.
We will not knowingly engage with any individual or organisation that is involved in, or associated with, modern slavery or human trafficking. Where any evidence or credible suspicion arises, we will take immediate steps to investigate, address the situation, and, where appropriate, terminate the business relationship. We are committed to continuous improvement in identifying and mitigating the risk of modern slavery within our sphere of influence.
Our Supply Chains and Supplier Audits
Our supply chains primarily include providers of cleaning products, equipment, maintenance services, and ancillary business services. We expect all suppliers to share our commitment to ethical conduct and to comply with all applicable labour and human rights legislation.
Carpet Cleaning Pimlico undertakes proportionate supplier due diligence and ongoing monitoring. This includes assessing suppliers on their labour practices, working conditions, and their own policies on modern slavery and human trafficking. Where risk is identified or where suppliers operate in higher-risk sectors or regions, we may conduct more detailed audits or request additional information about their workforce practices, recruitment procedures, and use of subcontractors.
Suppliers are required to confirm that they do not use forced, compulsory, or trafficked labour, and that they provide safe and fair working conditions. Failure to meet our standards, or refusal to cooperate with audits or remedial actions, may result in the reconsideration or termination of the business relationship.
Reporting Channels and Raising Concerns
We encourage openness and support anyone who raises genuine concerns about modern slavery or human trafficking in good faith. Concerns can be raised through established internal reporting channels, including line managers and senior management, or through any designated reporting processes that may be in place from time to time.
All reports and concerns will be treated seriously, investigated promptly, and, where necessary, escalated to the appropriate level of management. We will not tolerate any form of retaliation against individuals who report concerns about modern slavery or human rights abuses. Where a concern is substantiated, Carpet Cleaning Pimlico will take decisive and proportionate action, which may include notifying relevant authorities and amending or ending commercial relationships.
Training, Awareness, and Responsibility
Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery rests with the senior management of Carpet Cleaning Pimlico. Managers are responsible for ensuring that this statement and the associated policies are communicated and understood within their teams and across relevant parts of the business.
We aim to raise awareness of modern slavery risks among staff whose roles place them in direct contact with suppliers or recruitment processes. This may include providing training or guidance on how to identify potential signs of exploitation, and how to respond if any concerns arise. Employees are expected to act with integrity and to report anything that may indicate a breach of this statement or our wider ethical standards.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
Carpet Cleaning Pimlico recognises that preventing modern slavery is an ongoing process. We are committed to reviewing and enhancing our practices as risks evolve and as best practice develops. This statement will be reviewed at least annually to ensure that it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with our business operations and values.
As part of the annual review, we will consider any incidents reported, the outcomes of supplier assessments, feedback from staff and stakeholders, and any changes in relevant legislation or guidance. Where appropriate, we will update our procedures, training, and supplier requirements to strengthen our ability to identify, prevent, and address modern slavery and human trafficking.
This Modern Slavery Statement reflects Carpet Cleaning Pimlico’s ongoing commitment to protecting human rights and promoting ethical conduct throughout our business activities and supply chains.