Hackney Carpet Cleaners Modern Slavery Statement
Hackney Carpet Cleaners is committed to conducting all aspects of its business in an ethical and responsible manner. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. It applies to all employees, workers, contractors, and suppliers who provide goods or services to our business.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
We have a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, or child labour. We do not tolerate abusive or exploitative working conditions, unfair pay practices, or any restriction of workers’ freedom of movement or association. We expect the same high standards from all who work with us or on our behalf.
All business decisions at Hackney Carpet Cleaners must align with our commitment to respect human rights and promote fair and safe working conditions. Any person or organisation found to be involved in modern slavery or human trafficking in connection with our business will face appropriate action, which may include termination of contracts or working relationships.
Our Supply Chains and Supplier Expectations
Our supply chains include providers of cleaning products, equipment, vehicles, and support services. We recognise that modern slavery risks can exist at various tiers within these supply chains and are committed to identifying, assessing, and mitigating those risks.
We expect all suppliers to share our values and to comply with applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws. As part of our onboarding and ongoing relationship management, suppliers are required to confirm that they do not engage in practices associated with modern slavery and that they maintain appropriate policies and controls within their own operations and supply chains.
Supplier Audits and Due Diligence
We are implementing proportionate due diligence procedures designed to identify and address potential modern slavery risks. These include supplier assessments and periodic audits, focusing particularly on higher risk categories such as low-skilled labour, outsourced services, and imported goods.
Where appropriate, we may request supporting documentation, site visits, or declarations from suppliers to verify compliance with our standards. If a supplier is unable or unwilling to meet our expectations, we will work with them to improve their practices within a reasonable timeframe or consider ending the relationship where necessary.
Staff Awareness, Training, and Responsibilities
All staff involved in procurement, contract management, and people management are required to understand the risk of modern slavery and how it can manifest in our sector. We aim to provide training and guidance so that employees can identify warning signs and escalate concerns promptly.
Managers are responsible for ensuring that teams operate in a manner consistent with this statement, including monitoring working conditions, verifying right to work documentation in line with legal requirements, and treating all workers with dignity and respect.
Reporting Channels and Escalation of Concerns
Hackney Carpet Cleaners encourages anyone with concerns about potential modern slavery or unethical practices related to our business to speak up. Concerns can be raised internally to a line manager or a designated senior manager, or via any existing internal reporting procedures made available to workers and contractors.
Reports can be made confidentially. We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against any person who raises a concern in good faith. All reports will be reviewed, investigated where appropriate, and addressed through corrective actions, which may include notifying relevant authorities.
Monitoring, Review, and Continuous Improvement
We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility that requires vigilance and continual improvement. We will review this Modern Slavery Statement annually to evaluate the effectiveness of our actions, update our risk assessments, and enhance our due diligence processes where necessary.
The annual review will consider feedback from audits, staff reports, supplier performance, and any changes in legislation or industry best practice. Revisions to this statement and our internal procedures will be communicated to staff and, where relevant, to suppliers and other stakeholders.
This Modern Slavery Statement reflects the current position of Hackney Carpet Cleaners and our commitment to doing business ethically, transparently, and with respect for the rights and wellbeing of all individuals involved in our operations and supply chains.
