Modern Slavery Statement for Storage Chingford
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Storage Chingford has taken, and is continuing to take, to minimise the risk of modern slavery and human trafficking occurring within our own operations and our wider supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold the highest ethical standards and to respect and promote human rights in all aspects of our business activities.
Our Zero-Tolerance Approach
Storage Chingford maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, servitude, and child labour. We are committed to conducting our business in a manner that safeguards the dignity and rights of every individual we engage with, whether directly or indirectly. This commitment applies to our employees, contractors, agency workers, and all third parties who supply goods or services to us.
Modern slavery is a serious crime and a fundamental violation of human rights. We will not knowingly work with any organisation that engages in, or is complicit in, modern slavery or human trafficking. Where credible concerns are identified, we will act promptly, including terminating relationships where appropriate and lawful.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Storage Chingford provides storage and related services and relies on a network of suppliers and service providers for premises, maintenance, equipment, utilities, technology, and professional services. We recognise that modern slavery risks can exist at different tiers of these supply chains, and we are committed to improving visibility and oversight, especially where higher-risk sectors, regions, or labour practices may be involved.
Policies and Governance
Our approach to preventing modern slavery is supported by internal policies and procedures that promote ethical conduct and legal compliance. These include our zero-tolerance statement on modern slavery, our expectations of suppliers, our standards on fair treatment of staff, and our health and safety and safeguarding commitments. Managers are responsible for promoting awareness of these standards and ensuring that teams understand and follow them.
Supplier Due Diligence and Audits
We expect all suppliers to operate in line with our ethical standards and to comply with all applicable labour and human rights laws. As part of our supplier due diligence process, we seek to identify and assess the risk of modern slavery in our supply chains. This may include gathering information on labour practices, recruitment methods, use of subcontractors, and working conditions.
Where appropriate, we conduct or commission supplier audits or assessments. These audits may review documentation, interview relevant personnel, and inspect facilities. If areas of concern are identified, we will require corrective actions within a defined timeframe and may escalate our response if improvements are not made. Our aim is to work collaboratively with suppliers to enhance standards, while reserving the right to end relationships where serious or persistent non-compliance is found.
Training and Awareness
We are committed to increasing awareness of modern slavery risks among relevant staff, particularly those involved in procurement, supplier management, and site operations. Training and guidance focus on understanding indicators of modern slavery, recognising high-risk scenarios, and knowing how to escalate concerns. We review our training materials periodically to ensure they reflect current legislation, guidance, and best practice.
Reporting Concerns and Speak-Up Channels
Storage Chingford encourages anyone connected with our business, including employees, workers, contractors, and suppliers, to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking. Concerns may relate to our own operations or to any part of our supply chains.
Reports can be made to line managers, senior management, or through established internal reporting channels. Individuals are encouraged to raise issues as early as possible so that they can be investigated and addressed promptly. We will treat all concerns seriously, handle them sensitively, and, where possible, maintain confidentiality. No one will suffer retaliation or detrimental treatment for raising a concern in good faith.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility that requires continuous improvement. Storage Chingford will review this Modern Slavery Statement at least once every year, or more frequently if required by changes in our operations, legislation, or guidance. As part of this review, we will evaluate the effectiveness of our current measures, consider feedback from stakeholders, and identify further actions to strengthen our approach.
Planned improvements may include enhanced supplier risk assessments, broader use of audits, updated contractual requirements, additional staff training, and improved reporting mechanisms. Our aim is to deepen transparency across our supply chains and to ensure that our practices remain robust, proportionate, and aligned with evolving best practice.
This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the management of Storage Chingford and represents our ongoing commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains.
