Modern Slavery Statement

Northwoolwich Storage is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and in full respect of human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can affect any sector, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of exploitation.

As a storage services provider, Northwoolwich Storage understands the importance of careful oversight in procurement, staffing, and contractor management. Our approach is based on prevention, detection, and response. We expect all employees, agents, and suppliers to act with integrity and to uphold the same standards we apply to our own business activities.

We require all relevant team members to complete awareness training so they can identify warning signs of exploitation, including restricted movement, withheld wages, excessive working hours, and signs of coercion. This helps us strengthen the resilience of Northwoolwich storage operations and reinforces accountability across the business.

Our Policies and Controls

Our Northwoolwich Storage modern slavery controls are designed to reduce risk across direct and indirect relationships. We use documented procurement standards, contractual commitments, and internal checks to ensure that ethical behaviour is embedded throughout our organisation. Every supplier is expected to comply with applicable labour laws and to prohibit exploitative practices in their own operations and supply chains.

Supplier Due Diligence

We undertake proportionate supplier due diligence before entering into new commercial relationships and review higher-risk categories with greater scrutiny. This may include assessments of ownership, labour practices, subcontracting arrangements, and country-specific risk factors. Where needed, we request evidence of policies, worker protections, and corrective actions. Our storage business modern slavery controls are strengthened through these checks, which help us identify and address risk early.

In addition, we reserve the right to conduct supplier audits where appropriate. These audits may be announced or unannounced depending on the level of risk and the nature of the relationship. If a concern is identified, we expect prompt remediation, and we may suspend or end a supplier relationship if meaningful improvement is not achieved.

Reporting and Escalation

We encourage all employees, contractors, and suppliers to raise concerns about any suspected breach of this statement. Reporting channels are available through internal management routes and established grievance procedures, allowing concerns to be reported confidentially and without fear of retaliation. Any report is handled seriously, investigated promptly, and escalated where appropriate.

Northwoolwich Storage does not tolerate victimisation of anyone who raises a concern in good faith. We believe that transparent reporting is essential to an effective modern slavery prevention framework. Where allegations indicate possible criminal conduct, we will cooperate with relevant authorities and take immediate action to protect affected individuals.

If a supplier, partner, or employee fails to meet our ethical expectations, we will act decisively. Corrective action plans may be required, and progress will be monitored. Where necessary, we will disengage from relationships that present unacceptable risks or where there is evidence of deliberate non-compliance.

Review, Governance, and Continuous Improvement

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains current, effective, and aligned with legal and operational developments. The review considers changes in legislation, emerging risks, audit findings, incident reports, and the effectiveness of our training and due diligence processes. We use the outcomes to improve our controls and reinforce a culture of responsibility.

Senior management has oversight of our modern slavery commitments and is responsible for ensuring that the principles in this statement are implemented consistently. Governance is supported by regular reporting, internal review, and ongoing engagement with suppliers. Our aim is to build a resilient and ethical organisation that reflects the values of Northwoolwich Storage in every part of its operations.

Through these measures, Northwoolwich storage modern slavery commitments are embedded in day-to-day decision-making. We remain vigilant, we continue to strengthen our procedures, and we expect the same high standards from everyone who works with us. By maintaining a clear zero-tolerance position, robust supplier audits, accessible reporting channels, and annual review, we seek to play our part in preventing modern slavery.