Greenwich Carpet Cleaning Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Greenwich Carpet Cleaning in recognition of our responsibilities under applicable modern slavery and human trafficking legislation. It sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking from occurring within our operations and supply chains. We are committed to conducting our business ethically, transparently, and with respect for the rights and dignity of all individuals.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Greenwich Carpet Cleaning provides professional carpet, upholstery, and related cleaning services to residential and commercial clients. Our supply chain includes providers of cleaning products and equipment, workwear, transport and logistics, facilities, and other business support services. We recognise that modern slavery can occur at any stage of a supply chain and we take active steps to reduce the risk of exploitation linked to our activities.

Zero-Tolerance Approach to Modern Slavery

We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and all forms of exploitation. This applies to our own workforce and to everyone who works with us, including contractors, agency staff, and suppliers. We are committed to:

Ensuring all workers are engaged on fair terms and conditions and are free to leave their employment after reasonable notice. Prohibiting the use of any form of forced, bonded, or involuntary labour. Rejecting any recruitment or employment practices that involve fees, deception, or coercion. Taking decisive action, including termination of relationships, where we identify non-compliance with our standards.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers to uphold the same high standards that we apply to our own operations. As part of our procurement and ongoing supplier management, we:

Communicate our zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery and human trafficking. Assess suppliers based on their ethical practices, labour standards, and compliance with relevant legislation. Reserve the right to conduct desk-based or onsite audits, including requesting evidence of policies, training, and due diligence undertaken by suppliers. Monitor higher-risk categories of suppliers, such as those providing labour-intensive services or sourcing from regions with known human rights concerns. Where issues are identified, we work with suppliers to implement corrective actions within defined timeframes. Failure to make adequate improvements may result in suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Greenwich Carpet Cleaning encourages all employees, contractors, and suppliers to report any concerns relating to modern slavery or unethical conduct. Concerns may include suspected exploitation, unreasonable working conditions, withholding of wages or identification documents, or any evidence of coercion or trafficking. Reports can be raised directly with line managers, senior management, or through our established internal reporting procedures. We ensure that all concerns are taken seriously, treated sensitively, and investigated promptly. We do not tolerate any form of victimisation or retaliation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith, and we are committed to protecting the confidentiality of those who come forward wherever possible.

Training and Awareness

We aim to build awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff, especially those involved in recruitment, procurement, and supplier management. Training and guidance are provided to help employees recognise signs of exploitation and understand how to respond and report concerns appropriately. We periodically review our training materials to keep them aligned with evolving legal requirements and best practice.

Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery sits with senior management. We regularly monitor our operations and supply chains to identify emerging risks and opportunities for improvement. This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually to ensure it remains accurate, effective, and reflective of our current processes. As part of this review, we assess the effectiveness of our policies, due diligence activities, supplier audits, and reporting mechanisms. Where appropriate, we update our procedures and implement additional controls to strengthen our prevention efforts. This statement has been approved by the management of Greenwich Carpet Cleaning and will be updated each year to reflect our ongoing commitment to eliminating modern slavery and human trafficking from our business and supply chains.