Kennington Carpet Cleaning Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Kennington Carpet Cleaning in respect of our financial year ending 31 December and describes the steps we take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our own operations and in our supply chains. Kennington Carpet Cleaning is committed to conducting business in a responsible and ethical manner and to respecting the human rights of all individuals whose work contributes to our services.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Kennington Carpet Cleaning adopts a strict zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour and exploitation. We do not tolerate any practices that are inconsistent with fundamental human rights, whether in our own operations or in the activities of those who supply goods and services to us. We expect the same standards from all contractors, suppliers and business partners we work with.

All employees, agency staff and contractors engaged by Kennington Carpet Cleaning are required to act with integrity and to uphold our values. Any breach of this policy by an employee may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal. Any breach by a supplier or contractor may result in termination of the business relationship.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Kennington Carpet Cleaning provides professional carpet and upholstery cleaning services. Our supply chains primarily include cleaning equipment manufacturers, chemical and consumable suppliers, vehicle and fuel providers, and a limited number of facilities and maintenance contractors. While we assess our overall risk as relatively low, we recognise that modern slavery can occur in any sector or jurisdiction and we remain vigilant.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We are committed to working only with suppliers and contractors who share our stance on modern slavery and ethical working practices. As part of our supplier due diligence process, we seek to understand the labour practices and human rights standards of our business partners.

Kennington Carpet Cleaning conducts proportionate supplier assessments and audits, focusing on higher risk categories such as manufacturers and overseas suppliers where applicable. These assessments may include review of supplier policies on modern slavery and human rights, confirmation of compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and ongoing monitoring of performance and conduct. Where concerns are identified, we expect suppliers to demonstrate clear corrective actions within reasonable timeframes or risk termination of their relationship with us.

Policies, Training and Awareness

Our approach to combating modern slavery is supported by internal policies on ethics, conduct and human rights, which apply to all staff. Kennington Carpet Cleaning provides information and guidance to employees to help them understand what modern slavery is, recognise warning signs, and respond appropriately to any concerns. We encourage our managers and supervisors to foster a culture of openness where staff feel confident raising issues without fear of reprisal.

Reporting Concerns and Escalation Channels

Kennington Carpet Cleaning is committed to ensuring that all workers, whether directly employed or working in our supply chains, have a clear way to raise concerns about modern slavery or unethical practices. Employees, contractors and suppliers are encouraged to report any suspected instances of forced labour, human trafficking, child labour, unsafe working conditions or other abuses to their line manager or a senior member of management.

Concerns can be raised confidentially and will be treated seriously, investigated promptly and handled sensitively. We will not tolerate victimisation of any individual who raises a concern in good faith, even if it is not ultimately substantiated. Where appropriate, we may also cooperate with law enforcement and regulatory authorities.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Kennington Carpet Cleaning recognises that the risks of modern slavery evolve over time. To address this, we are committed to reviewing and improving our approach on an ongoing basis. Each year, we will review this Modern Slavery Statement and our underlying policies, risk assessments and supplier management procedures. This review will consider changes in our business operations, developments in legislation, stakeholder feedback and any incidents or concerns reported.

As part of our annual review, we will evaluate the effectiveness of our current measures, identify opportunities to strengthen our controls and training, and set priorities for the coming year. We will update this statement as necessary to reflect any significant changes in our approach or commitments.

Approval of this Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the management of Kennington Carpet Cleaning, who are responsible for ensuring that it is implemented and maintained throughout our operations and supply chains. It will be reviewed annually and updated where appropriate to reflect our ongoing commitment to preventing modern slavery and protecting human rights.