Modern Slavery Statement for Shepherds Bush Carpet Cleaners

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the approach taken by Shepherds Bush Carpet Cleaners to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We are committed to conducting our business ethically, transparently, and with respect for human rights in every aspect of our carpet cleaning services.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Shepherds Bush Carpet Cleaners has a clear zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour. We do not accept, condone, or knowingly engage with any practice that exploits individuals or undermines their fundamental rights and freedoms.

All employees, contractors, and suppliers are expected to uphold this policy. Any actual or suspected instance of modern slavery connected to our business will be treated with the utmost seriousness, investigated promptly, and may result in the termination of relationships, along with reporting to the relevant authorities where appropriate.

Our Business and Supply Chains

We provide professional carpet and upholstery cleaning services and related cleaning solutions. Our supply chains primarily involve the sourcing of cleaning products, machinery, consumables, and company uniforms from a range of UK-based and international suppliers.

We recognise that certain areas of our supply chains may present higher risks, particularly where products are manufactured or sourced from regions with weaker labour protections. We therefore seek to work with reputable suppliers who can demonstrate robust labour and human rights standards.

Supplier Standards and Audits

Shepherds Bush Carpet Cleaners expects all suppliers to operate ethically and in full compliance with applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws. We require suppliers to confirm that they do not use forced, bonded, or involuntary labour, and that workers are employed freely and fairly.

We conduct risk-based reviews and audits of our key suppliers. These may include requests for documentation on employment practices, site visits where appropriate, and assessments of a supplier’s own policies on modern slavery and human rights. Where concerns are identified, we will work with the supplier to implement corrective actions within a defined timeframe, or we will consider ending the commercial relationship.

Training and Awareness

We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks among our management and staff. Relevant employees receive guidance on identifying the signs of modern slavery, understanding our zero-tolerance stance, and using the appropriate channels to raise concerns safely.

We aim to embed respect for human rights into our everyday decisions, from supplier selection to day-to-day operations on customer premises.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels

Shepherds Bush Carpet Cleaners encourages anyone connected with our business, including employees, contractors, and suppliers, to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking without fear of retaliation.

Reports can be made through internal reporting lines to management or through our established whistleblowing channels. Concerns will be treated confidentially wherever possible, investigated promptly and sensitively, and appropriate action will be taken. We are committed to ensuring that no one who raises a concern in good faith suffers any detrimental treatment as a result.

Monitoring, Accountability and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our modern slavery approach rests with the senior management of Shepherds Bush Carpet Cleaners. They are accountable for ensuring that our policies, procedures, and due diligence measures remain effective and proportionate to the risks we face.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once every year. As part of the annual review, we assess the effectiveness of our supplier checks, staff awareness, and reporting mechanisms, and we update our practices where necessary to strengthen protections against modern slavery.

By publishing this Statement, Shepherds Bush Carpet Cleaners reaffirms its commitment to operating responsibly, respecting human dignity, and working continuously to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains.