Belsize Park Carpet Cleaners Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Belsize Park Carpet Cleaners has taken, and continues to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place within our business or our supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically, with integrity and transparency, and to implementing effective systems and controls to safeguard people who work with or for us.
Our Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery
Belsize Park Carpet Cleaners maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, servitude, and child labour. This policy applies to all aspects of our operations, including our employees, contractors, and suppliers. We are committed to ensuring that all work is voluntary, fairly paid, and carried out in safe and respectful conditions.
We expect all individuals and organisations that work with us to share this commitment. Any breach or suspected breach of our zero-tolerance policy is treated with the utmost seriousness and may result in the termination of contracts or working relationships, in addition to any legal obligations to report concerns to the appropriate authorities.
Our Business and Supply Chain
Belsize Park Carpet Cleaners operates as a professional cleaning provider with services focused on carpet cleaning and associated cleaning solutions. Our supply chains include the procurement of cleaning products, equipment, workwear, and associated services such as maintenance and facilities support.
We recognise that certain parts of the cleaning and facilities sector can be vulnerable to the risks of modern slavery. As such, we evaluate our supply chain relationships carefully, giving particular attention to suppliers involved in the production and distribution of goods, as well as labour agencies and subcontractors.
Supplier Standards and Audits
All suppliers and contractors are required to operate in full compliance with applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws. We communicate our expectations clearly and require acknowledgement of our modern slavery requirements as a condition of doing business with us.
We conduct risk-based due diligence on key suppliers, which may include completing questionnaires, requesting supporting documentation about labour practices, and reviewing policies and certifications. Where appropriate, we undertake audits and assessments to verify compliance with our standards. These audits may be conducted by our own team or by competent third parties. Any issues identified during these assessments must be addressed through corrective action plans within agreed timelines.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Belsize Park Carpet Cleaners encourages employees, contractors, and external stakeholders to report concerns about modern slavery, human trafficking, or any unethical labour practices without fear of retaliation. Concerns can be raised verbally or in writing to line managers, senior management, or through established internal reporting channels.
All reports are taken seriously and will be investigated promptly and confidentially where possible. If a concern is substantiated, we will take appropriate remedial action, which may include ending business relationships, supporting affected individuals, and reporting the matter to relevant regulatory or law enforcement bodies. We make it clear that victimisation of anyone raising a genuine concern will not be tolerated.
Training and Awareness
We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks among our employees and key suppliers. Training and guidance are provided to those involved in recruitment, procurement, and supplier management to help them identify potential indicators of exploitation and understand how to respond appropriately.
We also communicate our expectations regarding ethical conduct, labour standards, and modern slavery to team members as part of our induction processes and through ongoing updates where necessary.
Monitoring, Governance and Annual Review
Responsibility for overseeing our modern slavery commitments rests with the senior management of Belsize Park Carpet Cleaners. We monitor the effectiveness of our policies, due diligence processes, and supplier management practices to ensure they remain robust and appropriate to the size and nature of our business.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually to reflect any changes in our operations, legal requirements, or best practice guidance. As part of this review, we evaluate the outcomes of supplier audits, the nature of any reported concerns, and opportunities to enhance training and controls. Where improvements are identified, we update our procedures and communicate changes to employees and relevant external partners.
By publishing this statement, Belsize Park Carpet Cleaners reaffirms its commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of its business and supply chains and to continually improving our approach to protecting human rights.
