Storage Croydon Modern Slavery Statement 2024
This modern slavery statement sets out the actions taken by Storage Croydon to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. Storage Croydon provides storage and related services and recognises our responsibility to uphold and promote fair, safe and lawful working conditions for all individuals connected to our activities.
We are committed to continually improving our processes to identify, mitigate and address the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking, and to promoting transparency and accountability throughout our organisation and supplier relationships.
Our Zero-Tolerance Policy
Storage Croydon has a clear zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour and child labour. We will not knowingly engage with or support any business that is involved in, or fails to take adequate steps to prevent, such practices.
All colleagues, contractors and suppliers are expected to act with integrity and to comply with all applicable laws relating to modern slavery. Any breach of this policy by employees may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. For suppliers and contractors, a breach may result in suspension or termination of contracts and removal from our approved supplier list.
Supply Chain Due Diligence and Audits
Our supply chain includes providers of storage equipment, facilities management, maintenance, cleaning, security, technology systems and professional services. We assess potential and existing suppliers for ethical and labour standards risks, and we seek to work only with organisations that share our commitment to preventing modern slavery.
As part of our due diligence, we expect suppliers to confirm that they comply with relevant legislation, operate fair recruitment and employment practices, and prohibit forced, bonded or involuntary labour. Where appropriate and proportionate to the risk profile of the supplier, we conduct audits that may include document reviews, site visits, interviews and requests for evidence of compliance policies and training.
If we identify concerns or areas for improvement, we will engage with the supplier to develop corrective action plans with clear timescales. Failure to remedy identified issues to our satisfaction may lead to the ending of the business relationship.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Storage Croydon encourages anyone connected with our operations, including employees, agency workers, contractors, suppliers and their workers, to raise concerns about potential or suspected modern slavery or human trafficking in confidence and without fear of retaliation.
Concerns can be reported internally through line managers or senior management, or via our established whistleblowing routes. Reports may be made anonymously where permitted by law. All allegations will be taken seriously, investigated promptly and treated sensitively. Where appropriate, we will cooperate with law enforcement and relevant authorities.
We are committed to protecting those who raise concerns in good faith. Victimisation or harassment of any person who reports a concern will not be tolerated and will be treated as a disciplinary matter.
Training, Awareness and Responsibilities
Responsibility for overseeing our modern slavery approach sits with senior management, who ensure that appropriate policies, procedures and controls are maintained. Managers involved in procurement, facilities and supplier management receive targeted guidance on identifying and managing modern slavery risks.
We provide information and awareness to relevant employees so they understand the signs of modern slavery, the importance of responsible purchasing and the mechanisms for reporting concerns. We expect our suppliers to cascade similar awareness within their own organisations and supply chains.
Monitoring and Annual Review
Storage Croydon recognises that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing process. We monitor the effectiveness of our actions through periodic reviews of our risk assessments, supplier performance, incident reports and audit findings.
This statement is reviewed at least annually to ensure it remains accurate and reflects current legal requirements, our business activities and best practice. As part of each review, we consider opportunities to strengthen our policies, enhance supplier engagement, expand training and improve our audit and assurance processes.
This modern slavery statement has been approved by the management of Storage Croydon and applies to the financial year ending 2024. It represents our continuing commitment to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking.
