Modern Slavery Statement for New Addington Carpet Cleaners

New Addington Carpet Cleaners is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. As a responsible carpet cleaning company in New Addington, we recognise that modern slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking are grave violations of fundamental rights. This statement sets out the principles that guide our operations and reflects our zero-tolerance policy toward any form of exploitation within our business or supply chain.

We understand that modern slavery can appear in many forms, including deceptive recruitment practices, debt bondage, coercion, and the withholding of wages or identity documents. To help prevent such abuse, New Addington Carpet Cleaners requires all employees, contractors, and business partners to act lawfully and ethically. Our approach is based on vigilance, accountability, and the belief that every person involved in our work deserves dignity and fair treatment.

Our commitment begins with clear internal standards. We train relevant staff to identify warning signs of exploitation and to escalate concerns quickly. In addition, we use proportionate checks when engaging suppliers and subcontractors. The aim is not only compliance, but also the active prevention of harm across our operations. We expect the same high standards from anyone representing or supporting New Addington carpet cleaners.

Supplier management is a central part of our modern slavery controls. Before entering into business relationships, we assess suppliers based on risk factors such as labour practices, geographic location, and the nature of the services provided. Where appropriate, we carry out supplier audits to confirm adherence to our standards and to review recruitment, pay, working hours, and worker treatment. If concerns are identified, we seek corrective action promptly and reserve the right to end relationships where improvement is not achieved.

Our procurement process also includes expectations that suppliers maintain their own policies against modern slavery and keep appropriate records. We ask them to demonstrate how they monitor their own subcontractors and labour providers. These controls help us strengthen the ethical conduct of the wider carpet cleaners in New Addington network and reduce the likelihood of hidden labour abuse in supporting services such as transport, equipment supply, and waste handling.

Reporting concerns is essential to making this policy effective. We encourage workers, suppliers, and other stakeholders to speak up if they suspect any form of exploitation, unsafe recruitment, or unethical conduct. Reports may be made through internal management channels, and all concerns are treated seriously and confidentially. Retaliation against anyone raising an issue in good faith is prohibited. This open reporting culture supports early intervention and reinforces our duty to protect vulnerable individuals.

We also expect managers to respond swiftly to any allegation or evidence of modern slavery. Where necessary, we will investigate, suspend relevant activity, and cooperate with appropriate authorities. Modern slavery prevention is not a one-time exercise; it requires constant attention, transparent oversight, and consistent enforcement. Our leadership team remains responsible for ensuring that our policies are understood and applied throughout the business.

To keep our approach effective, this statement will be reviewed annually. The review will consider changes in legislation, industry risks, supplier performance, staff training outcomes, and any reported concerns. Findings from the review will inform improvements to our controls, procedures, and supplier expectations. We are committed to continuous improvement and to strengthening our defences against exploitation year after year.

By maintaining rigorous standards and a clear zero-tolerance stance, New Addington Carpet Cleaners aims to operate as a trustworthy and ethical service provider. We will continue to refine our processes, strengthen supplier oversight, and ensure that every person connected to our business is treated with respect. This statement reflects our ongoing commitment to responsible business practice and to helping prevent modern slavery in all its forms.