Modern Slavery Statement for Storage Addiscombe
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Storage Addiscombe has taken, and continues to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place in our operations or supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold and protect human rights and to conduct business in a manner that respects the dignity and safety of all individuals.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Storage Addiscombe operates a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, debt bondage, and child labour. We will not knowingly engage with any individual, contractor, or organisation involved in such practices. This approach applies to every aspect of our business, including direct operations, suppliers, and any third parties acting on our behalf.
All employees, managers, and contractors are required to act with integrity and in line with this policy. Any breach is treated as a serious matter and may result in disciplinary action, including termination of contracts or employment where appropriate.
Our Operations and Supply Chain
Storage Addiscombe provides storage and related services and works with a range of suppliers, including facilities management, maintenance contractors, equipment providers, and professional service firms. We recognise that risks of modern slavery can exist at various levels of the supply chain, particularly where services are labour intensive or where goods originate from higher risk regions.
We are committed to improving our understanding of these risks and to working only with suppliers that share our commitment to ethical conduct and respect for human rights.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We expect all suppliers and contractors to uphold standards consistent with our zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery. As part of our procurement and supplier management processes, we seek to identify and assess the risk of modern slavery and require suppliers to confirm that they operate in compliance with applicable labour and human rights laws.
Where appropriate, we conduct supplier audits and reviews that may include requests for documentation, policies, and evidence of due diligence conducted by the supplier. We reserve the right to carry out further checks and on-site visits, directly or through competent third parties, where we consider the risk profile to be higher.
If we identify non-compliance or credible concerns, we will work with the supplier to develop corrective actions within a defined timeframe. If satisfactory progress is not made, or if serious violations are found, we may suspend or terminate the business relationship.
Training, Awareness, and Reporting Channels
We aim to build awareness among our employees and key contractors about the risks and indicators of modern slavery. Relevant staff are informed about our policies, the types of abuses that can occur, and how to raise concerns safely and promptly.
Storage Addiscombe encourages all employees, contractors, and other stakeholders to report any suspicions of modern slavery or unethical behaviour. Concerns can be raised with line managers, senior management, or through internal reporting channels made available within the organisation. Reports can be made in confidence, and we are committed to ensuring that no one who raises a concern in good faith suffers any form of retaliation or disadvantage.
Governance, Accountability, and Review
Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery rests with senior management, who monitor compliance with this statement and related policies. Management is responsible for assessing risks, reviewing supplier performance where relevant, and ensuring that appropriate remedial actions are taken in response to any issues identified.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually to assess its effectiveness and to reflect any changes in our operations, risk assessments, or applicable legislation. As part of the annual review, we consider feedback from employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders, and we look for opportunities to strengthen our controls and due diligence processes.
By maintaining clear standards, monitoring our supply chain, and promoting open reporting, Storage Addiscombe seeks to prevent modern slavery and to contribute to a safer, more ethical business environment for everyone connected with our operations.
