Modern Slavery Statement for Earlscourt Carpet Cleaners

Earlscourt 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 modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour across our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can affect many industries, including cleaning, facilities support, logistics, and product supply, and we take our responsibility seriously.

Our business principles apply to all employees, contractors, and suppliers. We expect everyone working with Earlscourt Carpet Cleaners to act lawfully and ethically. We do not accept any form of exploitation, deception, coercion, or abuse of vulnerability. This statement reflects our ongoing commitment to protect workers, strengthen accountability, and support fair working practices.

Zero-Tolerance Policy

We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery in any form. Any credible concern relating to forced labour, debt bondage, withholding of documents, unsafe working conditions, or unlawful recruitment practices is treated as serious misconduct. If an issue is identified, we will investigate promptly and take appropriate action, which may include suspension of business relationships or termination of contracts.

Supply Chain Due Diligence

Earlscourt Carpet Cleaners works to reduce risk through proportionate due diligence and responsible sourcing. We assess suppliers based on their location, labour practices, and the nature of services or goods provided. Where necessary, we request confirmation of compliance with labour laws, ethical recruitment standards, and safe working conditions. High-risk areas receive closer review and additional scrutiny.

Supplier Audits and Monitoring

We conduct supplier audits and reviews as part of our monitoring process. These may include document checks, questionnaire-based assessments, and follow-up conversations to verify compliance with our standards. Audits help us identify risks such as subcontracting without oversight, excessive working hours, or inadequate records. Where concerns arise, we expect suppliers to implement corrective actions within a defined timeframe.

We also encourage suppliers to maintain accurate employment records and to ensure that workers understand their rights and responsibilities. Our approach is risk-based and practical, designed to promote improvement rather than simply identify failures. However, where a supplier is unwilling to cooperate or repeatedly breaches expected standards, we will reconsider the relationship.

Reporting Channels and Safeguards

We want workers, managers, and supply chain partners to raise concerns without fear. Any suspicion of modern slavery can be reported through internal reporting channels, and concerns will be treated confidentially wherever possible. We do not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith. Reports are reviewed carefully, and concerns are escalated to appropriate decision-makers for investigation.

Our response process focuses on protecting people and preventing further harm. If a potential case is identified, we will act quickly to secure evidence, assess risk, and support affected individuals where appropriate. We may also review associated supplier relationships and working arrangements to ensure there is no continued exposure to exploitation. This reporting structure reinforces our commitment to ethical conduct across the business.

Training, Awareness, and Responsibility

We believe that awareness is essential to prevention. Relevant staff receive guidance on recognising warning signs and understanding escalation procedures. Managers involved in procurement and supplier oversight are expected to apply this knowledge consistently. In this way, the modern slavery statement becomes more than a document; it is a working framework for responsible decision-making.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

Earlscourt Carpet Cleaners will review this statement annually to ensure it remains current, effective, and aligned with legal and ethical expectations. The review will consider changes in regulation, business activity, supply chain risk, and audit findings. Where improvements are needed, we will update our processes, strengthen controls, and refine our due diligence approach.

Our aim is continuous improvement in the prevention of modern slavery and labour exploitation. By maintaining clear standards, carrying out supplier audits, offering safe reporting channels, and reviewing our policy each year, we support a responsible and transparent business culture. This statement reflects our determination to uphold dignity, fairness, and lawful practice in every part of our operations.