Storage Twickenham Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Storage Twickenham has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our business operations and supply chains. Storage Twickenham is committed to conducting business ethically and responsibly, and to upholding the highest standards of human rights in all our activities.
Modern slavery is a crime and a fundamental violation of human rights. It can take many forms, including servitude, forced and compulsory labour, debt bondage, and human trafficking. Storage Twickenham operates a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and expects the same high standards from all parties with whom we work.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Storage Twickenham provides storage facilities and related services to individuals and businesses. Our supply chains include providers of construction, maintenance, cleaning, security, equipment, and consumables, as well as professional and administrative services. We recognise that certain sectors and regions carry higher modern slavery risks, and we are committed to identifying and addressing these risks proactively.
Zero-Tolerance Policy
Storage Twickenham maintains a clear and robust zero-tolerance policy to modern slavery and human trafficking. We do not knowingly engage with any supplier, contractor, or business partner that is involved in, or fails to take adequate steps to prevent, modern slavery. All employees, managers, and contractors are required to act in accordance with this policy and with our wider commitments to ethical conduct and respect for human rights.
Our policy is embedded in our internal codes of conduct, supplier expectations, and contractual terms, which require adherence to applicable labour laws, fair working practices, and the prohibition of forced, bonded, or involuntary labour. Any breach of these requirements may result in termination of the business relationship and, where appropriate, reporting to relevant authorities.
Supplier Due Diligence and Audits
We apply a risk-based approach to managing modern slavery risks in our supply chains. As part of our supplier onboarding and ongoing review processes, we conduct due diligence to assess the ethical and legal compliance of existing and potential suppliers. This may include questionnaires, requests for policy and procedure documentation, and checks against publicly available information.
Where we identify higher-risk activities or locations, we may carry out more detailed assessments and audits. These audits are designed to review working conditions, recruitment practices, and compliance with labour standards. Suppliers are expected to cooperate fully with such audits and to implement any corrective actions within agreed timeframes. Continued non-compliance can lead to suspension or termination of contracts.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Storage Twickenham encourages employees, suppliers, contractors, and any other stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking connected to our business or supply chains. Concerns can be raised through established internal reporting routes, including line managers and senior management, or through our whistleblowing arrangements, which allow for confidential reporting.
All reports are taken seriously and are handled sensitively, without victimisation or retaliation against those who raise concerns in good faith. Where appropriate, investigations will be conducted promptly, and remedial actions will be taken. This may include engaging with affected individuals, improving internal controls, working with suppliers to rectify issues, or, where necessary, ending business relationships and informing law enforcement or regulatory bodies.
Training and Awareness
We recognise that effective prevention of modern slavery relies on awareness and vigilance across our workforce. Storage Twickenham provides training and guidance to relevant employees, particularly those involved in procurement, facilities management, and supplier relationships, to help them identify indicators of modern slavery and understand how to respond to concerns.
We also communicate our expectations to suppliers and contractors, reinforcing the importance of ethical employment practices and clear labour standards. Through ongoing engagement, we aim to encourage continuous improvement and promote a culture where modern slavery is not tolerated.
Monitoring, Governance and Annual Review
Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery sits with senior management, who ensure that appropriate policies, controls, and procedures are in place and are effectively implemented. We monitor the effectiveness of our measures through regular internal reviews, supplier performance assessments, and the evaluation of any reported concerns or incidents.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually to reflect changes in our operations, supply chains, legal requirements, and best practice. As part of this review, we consider opportunities to strengthen our due diligence processes, enhance training, and deepen engagement with suppliers on human rights issues. Updated statements are approved at a senior level and communicated within the business and to relevant stakeholders.
Storage Twickenham remains fully committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking, to protecting vulnerable individuals, and to working collaboratively with employees, suppliers, and partners to ensure that our operations and supply chains are safe, transparent, and respectful of human dignity.
