Modern Slavery Statement

Soho Carpet Cleaning Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Soho Carpet Cleaning takes to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold human rights and conduct business with integrity, transparency, and respect for all individuals whose work supports our services.

Modern slavery is a serious crime and a violation of fundamental human rights. It can take many forms, including forced labour, servitude, human trafficking, debt bondage, and exploitation of vulnerable workers. Soho Carpet Cleaning is fully committed to taking all reasonable measures to identify, prevent, and address any risks of modern slavery within our sphere of influence.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Soho Carpet Cleaning operates a strict zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. We do not tolerate any form of forced, bonded, or involuntary labour in our own operations or in those of our suppliers, contractors, or business partners.

All directors, employees, and individuals acting on behalf of Soho Carpet Cleaning are expected to uphold this commitment. We require that everyone associated with our business treats people with dignity and respect and adheres to all applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws. Any breach of this policy will be treated as a serious matter and may result in termination of employment or business relationships.

Our Supply Chain and Supplier Standards

Our supply chain includes providers of cleaning products, equipment, vehicles, uniforms, facilities, and ancillary services. We recognise that risks of modern slavery can exist in complex and extended supply chains, especially where products involve multiple tiers of production or originate from higher-risk regions.

Soho Carpet Cleaning expects all suppliers and contractors to share our commitment to ethical labour practices. We communicate our zero-tolerance stance and make clear that compliance with modern slavery and human trafficking laws is a fundamental condition of doing business with us.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We carry out proportionate due diligence on our key suppliers. This may include assessing their policies on labour rights, reviewing publicly available information, and asking them to confirm that they do not engage in or tolerate modern slavery within their operations or supply chains.

Soho Carpet Cleaning reserves the right to conduct supplier audits, which can be either announced or unannounced, where we consider the risk profile to be higher. These audits may involve reviewing employment records, working conditions, and management practices. If we identify concerns, we will engage with the supplier to seek corrective action within a defined timeframe or, where necessary, suspend or end the relationship.

Training, Awareness, and Responsibilities

Responsibility for implementing and maintaining this Modern Slavery Statement sits with the company’s leadership, supported by managers who oversee suppliers, procurement, and operations. Relevant staff are made aware of the risks of modern slavery and the standards we expect from ourselves and our partners.

We aim to foster a culture where ethical concerns can be raised confidently and where employees understand the signs that may indicate exploitation, such as restriction of movement, withholding of documents, or evidence of coercion.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels

Soho Carpet Cleaning encourages all employees, workers, contractors, and other stakeholders to report any suspicions or concerns about modern slavery or human rights abuses connected to our business. Reports can be made directly to a manager or a senior member of the company’s leadership team.

Concerns will be treated seriously and handled sensitively, with appropriate confidentiality. We will not tolerate any form of retaliation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith. Where appropriate, we will work with relevant authorities or external specialists to investigate and address reported issues.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that combating modern slavery is an ongoing process that requires continuous vigilance and improvement. Soho Carpet Cleaning is committed to regularly evaluating the effectiveness of our policies, due diligence processes, and supplier monitoring activities.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed on an annual basis, or more frequently if required by changes in legislation, our business operations, or identified risks. Following each review, we will make updates to enhance our approach, strengthen controls, and improve awareness throughout the organisation and our supply chain.

This statement has been approved by the leadership of Soho Carpet Cleaning and reflects our continued commitment to responsible, ethical, and transparent business practices.