Storage North Sheen Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Storage North Sheen has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking from occurring within our business operations and supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our relationships and to implementing effective systems and controls to safeguard against any form of modern slavery.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Storage North Sheen maintains a clear zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour in any part of our business or supply chain. We believe that everyone who works for, or with, our organisation should do so of their own free will, receive fair pay, and work in safe and respectful conditions. Any breach or suspected breach of this commitment is treated as a serious matter and may result in termination of contracts or other appropriate action.
Our stance on modern slavery is communicated internally to colleagues and externally to suppliers and business partners so that expectations are clearly understood. We seek to ensure that our values are reflected in every stage of our services, from day-to-day site operations to the sourcing of materials and goods.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Storage North Sheen operates storage and related services. Our supply chains include providers of building maintenance, security, cleaning, utilities, equipment, furnishings, and professional services. While the majority of our suppliers are based in jurisdictions with established labour protections, we recognise that risks can exist in any supply chain and require continuous vigilance and improvement.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We expect all suppliers, contractors, and service providers working with Storage North Sheen to uphold equivalent standards on human rights, labour conditions, and ethical conduct. Our procurement processes are designed to identify and address potential risks of modern slavery at the outset of any commercial relationship.
Where appropriate, we seek assurances from suppliers regarding their own policies and controls to prevent modern slavery. This may include written confirmations, review of publicly available statements, or responses to due diligence questionnaires. We reserve the right to conduct audits or request evidence of compliance where risk is considered higher or where concerns arise.
Supplier audits may involve reviewing employment practices, recruitment methods, working hours, and wage records, as well as checking how complaints and grievances are managed. If a supplier fails to meet our expectations or to cooperate with reasonable requests for information, we may suspend or end the relationship.
Risk Assessment and Due Diligence
We carry out proportionate risk assessments of our operations and supply chains, focusing on factors such as geographic location, type of service or product, and the use of temporary or agency labour. For higher risk categories, we apply enhanced due diligence, which may include more detailed questioning, documentation checks, and periodic follow-up reviews.
Our aim is not only to detect and address issues but also to work collaboratively with suppliers to improve standards, where remediation is appropriate and consistent with our zero-tolerance stance.
Reporting Channels and Escalation
Storage North Sheen encourages colleagues, suppliers, and any other stakeholders to raise concerns about possible modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Concerns can be reported in person to management at our site or through existing internal reporting channels made available to staff.
All reports are taken seriously and handled sensitively, with information shared only on a need-to-know basis. We are committed to ensuring that no individual who raises a concern in good faith suffers any form of detrimental treatment as a result. Where a concern indicates that modern slavery may be taking place, we will investigate promptly and, where necessary, involve appropriate external bodies or agencies.
Training and Awareness
We seek to raise awareness of modern slavery risks among colleagues whose roles involve procurement, supplier management, or site operations. Training and guidance help staff recognise potential warning signs, understand how to respond to concerns, and apply our policies in practice.
By fostering an open culture in which ethical issues can be discussed, we aim to ensure that modern slavery risks are identified early and addressed effectively.
Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review
Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery rests with the senior management of Storage North Sheen. They review the effectiveness of existing policies, procedures, and controls, taking into account any incidents, audit findings, or changes in regulatory expectations.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once every year. During the annual review, we assess our risk profile, reflect on lessons learned, and consider improvements to our due diligence, supplier engagement, and training programmes. Updated versions of this statement will reflect any significant changes in our approach or relevant developments in our operations and supply chains.
By issuing this statement, Storage North Sheen reaffirms its commitment to combating modern slavery and human trafficking and to promoting fair, safe, and respectful working conditions for all workers connected with our business.
