Modern Slavery Statement for Storage Upper Walthamstow
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Storage Upper Walthamstow to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking 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 ensure that modern slavery does not occur in any part of our organisation.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Storage Upper Walthamstow has a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation. This applies to every aspect of our activities, including the provision of storage services, facilities management, and all supporting functions. We expect the same rigorous standards from all those we work with, including suppliers, contractors, and business partners.
We are committed to conducting our business in a manner that respects human rights and promotes fair and safe working conditions. Any indication that modern slavery may be present in our operations or supply chain will be treated as a serious breach of our values and will be addressed immediately.
Our Business and Supply Chain
Storage Upper Walthamstow operates storage facilities that serve individual, household, and commercial customers. Our supply chain includes providers of building maintenance, security, cleaning, equipment, packaging materials, utilities, and professional services. While our direct workforce is relatively small and primarily based in the United Kingdom, we recognise that elements of our supply chain may extend to higher risk regions and sectors.
We therefore assess our suppliers based on factors such as sector, geography, and the nature of goods or services supplied. Where higher risk is identified, we apply enhanced due diligence and increased monitoring.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We require our key suppliers and contractors to uphold standards that are consistent with our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery. This includes compliance with all relevant labour and human rights legislation and a clear prohibition on forced, bonded, or involuntary labour, child labour, and human trafficking.
Supplier contracts and onboarding documentation may include clauses that reference modern slavery compliance obligations. We reserve the right to request evidence of compliance and to conduct audits, either directly or through an independent party, where there is a perceived risk or cause for concern. These audits may review policies, training records, recruitment practices, working conditions, and the use of subcontractors or labour agencies.
Where non-compliance is identified, we will work with suppliers to implement corrective actions within a reasonable timeframe. However, we will terminate relationships with any supplier that is unwilling or unable to meet our requirements or engage constructively to address issues.
Training, Awareness, and Reporting Channels
We aim to build awareness of modern slavery risks among our employees and key contractors. Relevant staff may receive guidance on recognising signs of exploitation, understanding reporting routes, and appreciating their responsibilities under our policies. Our management team is responsible for promoting a culture in which concerns can be raised without fear of retaliation.
Storage Upper Walthamstow encourages anyone working for or with us to report any suspicion or concern about modern slavery, whether within our own operations or in our supply chain. Concerns can be raised directly with line managers or senior management, or through any internal reporting mechanism that we may operate from time to time. All reports will be taken seriously, treated as confidential as far as reasonably possible, and investigated promptly.
Governance and Annual Review
Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery rests with senior management at Storage Upper Walthamstow. They are accountable for ensuring that appropriate policies, procedures, and controls are in place and that they are reviewed and updated as necessary.
We review this Modern Slavery Statement on an annual basis, or more frequently if required by changes in law, guidance, or the nature of our operations and supply chains. The review process considers the effectiveness of our existing measures, findings from any supplier audits, the outcome of investigations into reported concerns, and emerging best practice in combating modern slavery.
Storage Upper Walthamstow is committed to continuous improvement in this area. As our understanding of modern slavery risks evolves, we will refine our processes, enhance training, strengthen supplier engagement, and adjust our controls to ensure that we remain vigilant and effective in preventing modern slavery and human trafficking.
