Anti Slavery Policy

Anti-Slavery Policy (UK)

Our Business
The Carwash Company is a leading independent car valeting company trading within Shopping Centre’s, Shopping Parks & Supermarket Car Parks. The Company has its head office in the UK and all sites are in the UK & Ireland and we fully comply with all relevant UK legislation.

The Car Wash Company is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in its business operations and supply chain within the United Kingdom. This Anti-Slavery Policy outlines the specific measures The Car Wash Company takes to ensure compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015. As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to creating and ensuring a non-
discriminatory and respectful working environment for our staff.

Policy Statement
The Car Wash Company strictly prohibits the use of slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking in any form within our UK operations and supply chain. We are committed to acting ethically and with
integrity in all our business relationships in accordance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015. Scope This policy applies to all employees, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers working with or for The Car Wash Company at Head office or any of our car valeting locations within the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities
All employees and contractors are responsible for understanding and implementing this policy. Senior management is responsible for ensuring that adequate resources are provided, and that systems and  controls are in place to safeguard against any form of slavery or human trafficking, as required by the Modern Slavery Act.

Risk Assessment
The Car Wash Company will conduct regular risk assessments to identify and evaluate the potential risks of slavery and human trafficking within our UK operations and supply chain.

Supplier Due Diligence
Our supply chain includes franchisees, sub-contractors, product suppliers, shopfitters, designers, and the sourcing of materials related to high end car valeting services.

The Car Wash Company will implement due diligence procedures for assessing and selecting UK-based suppliers. This includes evaluating the ethical practices of suppliers and ensuring that they share our commitment to eradicating slavery and human trafficking.

Training and Awareness
All employees and contractors in the UK will receive training on this policy and be made aware of the potential risks of slavery and human trafficking. Training will be provided periodically to ensure
ongoing awareness and due compliance.

Whistleblowing
The Carwash Company encourages all employees to report any concerns related to potential breaches of this policy, including any circumstances that may facilitate slavery or human trafficking. Whistleblowers will be protected against retaliation.

Monitoring and Compliance
Regular monitoring and audits will be conducted to ensure compliance with this policy and the requirements of the Modern Slavery Act. Non-compliance may result in disciplinary action, including termination of contracts or employment.

Continuous Improvement
The Carwash Company is committed to continually reviewing and improving our practices to ensure that our business and supply chains remain free from slavery and human trafficking.

Communication
The Carwash Company will communicate this policy to all stakeholders, including employees, contractors, and suppliers within the UK, and make it publicly available on our website as required by the Modern Slavery Act 2015.

This statement will be reviewed and updated every year.