Modern Slavery Statement for Hackney Wick Carpet Cleaners

Hackney Wick Carpet Cleaners is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out our zero-tolerance approach to slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking in every part of our operations and supply chain. We recognise that the carpet cleaning sector can involve a variety of outsourced services, consumables, and labour arrangements, and we take active steps to ensure that these do not contribute to exploitation. Our core principle is simple: no person involved in our business should be subjected to coercion, deception, or abuse.

As a responsible Hackney Wick carpet cleaning business, we understand that modern slavery can exist in hidden forms and may affect workers far beyond direct employment relationships. For that reason, our commitment extends to contractors, suppliers, and temporary labour providers. We expect all parties connected with our operations to uphold the same ethical standards that we apply internally. Any breach of this expectation may result in the termination of commercial relationships and further corrective action where required.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

We maintain a strict zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery and human trafficking. This means that no worker should be forced to work against their will, deprived of freedom, or trapped through debt, intimidation, or document retention. Our policy applies to recruitment, onboarding, subcontracting, and procurement. We seek to ensure that every carpet cleaning service in Hackney Wick associated with us operates in a lawful and ethical manner.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We conduct proportionate supplier checks to assess the risk of modern slavery in the goods and services we purchase. These checks may include reviewing company information, evaluating labour practices, and confirming that suppliers share our ethical expectations. Where risk is identified, we request clarification and evidence of compliance. If concerns remain unresolved, we will reconsider the relationship. Our supplier audits are designed to identify warning signs such as unusual recruitment fees, restricted worker movement, or unexplained subcontracting.

Supplier monitoring is not a one-time exercise. We review higher-risk suppliers more closely and expect them to cooperate fully with any requested audit or questionnaire. We also encourage suppliers to cascade these standards through their own supply chains. By taking a consistent approach, Hackney Wick Carpet Cleaners aims to reduce the risk that hidden labour abuse enters our business through indirect routes.

Our internal team is trained to recognise indicators of modern slavery, including signs of fear, poor living conditions, withheld wages, or excessive working hours. We remain alert to these risks in hiring, site work, and purchasing decisions. If a potential issue is identified, it is escalated promptly for investigation and action. This helps us protect workers and strengthen the integrity of our carpet cleaner in Hackney Wick operations.

Reporting Channels and Protection

We believe that concerns must be reported safely and without fear of retaliation. For that reason, we provide internal reporting channels that allow workers, managers, and supplier representatives to raise issues confidentially. Reports may relate to suspected forced labour, unsafe recruitment practices, or any conduct that appears inconsistent with this statement. All concerns are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled with discretion. Whistleblowers are protected from victimisation to the fullest extent possible under our procedures.

Where an allegation is substantiated, we will act proportionately and decisively. This may include suspending work, requesting corrective measures, ending a supplier relationship, or supporting referral to the relevant authorities. Our aim is not only to respond, but also to prevent recurrence. We expect every person associated with Hackney Wick carpet cleaners to support a culture in which abuse can be reported early and addressed effectively.

Training, Governance, and Annual Review

Responsibility for implementing this statement rests with our management team, who oversee risk assessment, supplier oversight, and staff awareness. Periodic training helps ensure that those involved in procurement and operations understand how to identify and respond to concerns. We also maintain records of actions taken, which supports accountability and continuous improvement across the business.

Annual Review: this statement will be reviewed at least once every year to confirm that it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with legal and ethical expectations. The review will consider incidents, audit findings, supplier performance, and any changes in risk profile. If improvements are needed, we will update our controls and communicate the revised standards clearly. Through this ongoing commitment, Hackney Wick Carpet Cleaners reaffirms its determination to operate free from modern slavery and to promote fair treatment for all people connected with our work.