Modern Slavery Statement for Self Storage Richmond upon Thames
This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Self Storage Richmond upon Thames in respect of the financial year ending 31 December. It sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains.
Self Storage Richmond upon Thames provides storage facilities and related services to individuals and businesses. We recognise that modern slavery is a pervasive global issue that can affect any sector or region. We are committed to conducting our business ethically and with integrity, and to taking all reasonable steps to ensure that modern slavery has no place in our activities or those of our suppliers and contractors.
Our Zero-Tolerance Approach to Modern Slavery
We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, bonded labour, child labour, human trafficking, and any form of servitude or exploitation. This policy applies to all staff, contractors, and suppliers who work with or on behalf of Self Storage Richmond upon Thames.
We expect everyone working within our sphere of influence to uphold the highest standards of human rights and labour practices. Any suspicion, allegation, or evidence of modern slavery connected to our business will be treated with utmost seriousness and addressed promptly and decisively, which may include terminating commercial relationships where appropriate.
Our Supply Chain and Supplier Standards
Our supply chain includes providers of site maintenance, cleaning, security, building services, equipment, and professional services. We aim to work only with organisations that share our commitment to ethical conduct and respect for human rights.
We are integrating anti-slavery expectations into our supplier selection and onboarding processes. Where proportionate to the size and risk profile of the supplier, we seek assurances that appropriate policies, due diligence, and controls are in place to prevent modern slavery in their operations and supply chains.
Supplier Audits and Due Diligence
To support our zero-tolerance policy, we are implementing a risk-based approach to supplier audits and due diligence. This includes:
Conducting initial assessments of new suppliers to identify potential risks related to modern slavery based on sector, geography, and nature of services.
Requesting information on suppliers' labour practices, recruitment methods, and workforce welfare where relevant.
Carrying out periodic reviews or audits of higher-risk suppliers to verify compliance with our standards and with applicable labour laws.
Taking corrective action if concerns are identified, which may include improvement plans, increased monitoring, or ending the relationship where issues are not resolved.
Reporting Channels and Raising Concerns
We encourage all employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery linked to our business or supply chain. Concerns can be raised through internal reporting routes in line with our whistleblowing and grievance procedures, or directly to senior management.
Reports can be made confidentially and will be taken seriously, handled sensitively, and investigated where appropriate. No one who raises a concern in good faith will be subjected to retaliation or disadvantage as a result of speaking up.
Training, Awareness, and Responsibilities
Responsibility for overseeing our efforts to prevent modern slavery sits with senior management, supported by relevant operational leads. We are working to raise awareness of modern slavery risks across the business and to ensure that key personnel, particularly those involved in procurement and supplier management, understand how to identify and address potential issues.
Modern slavery awareness is being incorporated into staff guidance and, where appropriate, training, so that employees know how to recognise warning signs and how to report any concerns.
Monitoring, Review, and Continuous Improvement
We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing process that requires constant vigilance and improvement. We will monitor the effectiveness of the measures described in this statement and look for opportunities to strengthen our approach.
This Modern Slavery Statement will be formally reviewed, updated, and approved by senior management on an annual basis, or sooner if there are significant changes in our business, risk profile, or legal obligations. The updated statement will reflect the progress made, lessons learned, and any new actions taken to further reduce the risk of modern slavery in our operations and supply chains.
By publishing this statement, Self Storage Richmond upon Thames reaffirms its commitment to acting ethically, promoting respect for human rights, and combating modern slavery in all its forms.
