Modern Slavery Statement for Wormwood Scrubs Carpet Cleaners

Wormwood Scrubs Carpet Cleaners is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to identify, prevent, and address the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that forced labour, servitude, debt bondage, child labour, and exploitation have no place in our business or in the wider carpet cleaning industry.

Our approach is grounded in a zero-tolerance policy. We do not permit any form of modern slavery in our workforce, among subcontractors, or in the suppliers we use. Every person working with or for Wormwood Scrubs Carpet Cleaners must be treated fairly, paid lawfully, and supported in a safe working environment. We expect the same standards from all third parties that provide goods, labour, or services on our behalf.

To support this commitment, Wormwood Scrubs Carpet Cleaners carries out supplier due diligence and periodic supplier audits. New suppliers are assessed before engagement, with attention given to labour practices, recruitment methods, identity checks, and working conditions. Existing suppliers may be reviewed through document checks, site visits, or contractual compliance assessments. Where concerns arise, we will require corrective action, increase monitoring, or end the relationship if standards are not met.

Our audit process is designed to identify risk indicators such as withheld wages, excessive working hours, unsafe transport arrangements, document retention, or the use of unverified labour agencies. We also encourage suppliers to maintain records that demonstrate lawful employment and ethical sourcing. As a carpet cleaning business, we understand that risk can arise in areas such as cleaning chemicals, uniforms, equipment, and outsourced labour, so our controls are tailored accordingly.

We are committed to clear and accessible reporting channels. Any employee, contractor, supplier worker, or other stakeholder may raise concerns about suspected exploitation, coercion, or abuse without fear of retaliation. Reports may be made through internal management routes, and all concerns are taken seriously, investigated promptly, and handled with discretion. No one will suffer detriment for speaking up in good faith.

We also provide training and awareness for relevant staff so that potential signs of modern slavery can be recognised early. Managers are expected to act responsibly, escalate concerns, and support investigations where necessary. If a case is identified, our response may include immediate safeguarding measures, referral to appropriate authorities, suspension of business activity, or termination of engagement with the relevant party.

Modern slavery prevention is part of our wider ethical and operational governance. We review recruitment practices, check eligibility to work, and avoid arrangements that create dependency or vulnerability. In addition, we seek to ensure that pay, working time, and rest periods are lawful and that workers understand the terms under which they are engaged. These measures help us protect people across the value chain and reinforce responsible business conduct.

Annual review is a key feature of this statement and our compliance programme. At least once every year, Wormwood Scrubs Carpet Cleaners will review the effectiveness of its policies, supplier controls, training, and reporting mechanisms. The review will consider any incidents, audit findings, and emerging risks, and will lead to improvements where needed. This process helps keep our modern slavery approach relevant, practical, and effective.

We expect continuous improvement from ourselves and from those we work with. Where risk is identified, we will strengthen monitoring, update contractual expectations, or introduce additional checks to reduce exposure. Our aim is not only to comply with legal obligations but to uphold the principle that every worker deserves dignity, fairness, and freedom from exploitation.

This statement reflects the values of Wormwood Scrubs Carpet Cleaners and our ongoing determination to prevent modern slavery in all forms. Through a zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, robust reporting channels, and an annual review cycle, we will continue to strengthen our safeguards and promote ethical practice throughout our operations and supply chain.