Dexter Carpet Cleaning - Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the commitment of Dexter Carpet Cleaning to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We publish this anti-slavery statement to be transparent about our policies and practice. Our company recognises that vigilance is required to mitigate the risk of forced labour, servitude, and other forms of exploitation. This modern slavery and human trafficking statement summarises actions taken to identify, assess and address risks.

Dexter Carpet Cleaning operates a zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of modern slavery. We make clear to colleagues, contractors and suppliers that exploitation will not be tolerated. Every worker engaged directly by our company is entitled to fair pay, safe working conditions and freedom of movement. We require that all partners and service providers comply with our standards and understand that breaches may lead to contract termination.

Our procurement and supplier management processes include rigorous supplier audits and due diligence. Supplier audits target high-risk categories including subcontracted cleaning crews, supply of consumables and route-based logistics. We undertake checks on identity, right to work, employment terms, and recruitment practices. The supplier audit programme is risk-based, and we prioritise audits where potential for modern slavery is greater.

Policies, Due Diligence and Risk Management

We maintain a robust Modern Slavery Policy that outlines roles and responsibilities for mitigation and escalation. Procurement teams are trained to identify red flags such as cash-only payments to workers, excessive fees charged by recruiters, or the use of third-party labour without clear contractual terms. Our due diligence extends to second-tier suppliers where appropriate and includes contractual clauses that require compliance with our anti-slavery standards.

Reporting channels are an essential part of our anti-slavery strategy. Employees, contractors and supply chain partners can raise concerns through multiple anonymous or named channels. Reports are treated with confidentiality and investigated promptly. We emphasise a non-retaliation approach and ensure that whistleblowers are protected. Any credible allegation of exploitation triggers immediate investigation and appropriate remedial steps.

To support these controls we implement training and awareness raising across the business. Staff in procurement, HR and on-site supervisors receive targeted sessions on recognising indicators of forced labour. We also provide guidance to suppliers on compliance. Key mitigation measures include:

• Regular supplier audits and on-site inspections.
• Contract clauses requiring ethical recruitment and verification.
• Training for employees on modern slavery risks and reporting.

Monitoring, Review and Continuous Improvement

We operate systematic monitoring and remediation processes when issues are identified. Where exploitation is suspected, we work to secure the immediate safety of affected workers and engage appropriate authorities and specialist support services where necessary. Our remediation approach aims to restore rights and remedy harm, while ensuring that any contractual relationship with implicated suppliers is reviewed and, if appropriate, terminated.

Our board and senior management review the anti-slavery statement and related policies annually. The annual review evaluates the effectiveness of supplier audits, the number and nature of reports received through reporting channels, corrective actions taken and training coverage. The results of the annual review inform process improvements, resource allocation and risk prioritisation across the supply chain.

In conclusion, Dexter Carpet Cleaning reaffirms its commitment to preventing modern slavery in all forms. We publish this anti modern slavery statement to communicate our standards, the processes we employ, and the expectations we place upon our suppliers and partners. We will continue to strengthen our Modern Slavery Policy, enhance supplier audits, maintain clear reporting channels and conduct yearly reviews to ensure sustained progress and transparency.