Storage Tolworth Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Storage Tolworth in respect of the financial year ending 31 December and sets out the actions we take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. Storage Tolworth is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and in full compliance with applicable laws relating to modern slavery.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Approach
Storage Tolworth has a clear zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour. We are committed to acting with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure modern slavery has no place in our organisation or the wider supply chain that supports our storage services.
All colleagues, contractors, and business partners are expected to share this commitment. Any breach of our modern slavery policy is regarded as a serious matter that may result in disciplinary action, termination of contracts, or referral to relevant authorities where appropriate.
Our Business and Supply Chain
Storage Tolworth provides storage and related services to a range of customers. Our operations rely on a network of suppliers, including facilities management, cleaning, security, construction, equipment, and professional services. While we consider our direct operations to be at relatively low risk of modern slavery, we recognise that risks can arise in extended and international supply chains, particularly in relation to goods, materials, and outsourced services.
Policies and Governance
Our approach to modern slavery is supported by internal policies that promote fairness, respect, and transparency, including policies on recruitment, health and safety, procurement, and whistleblowing. These policies are approved by senior management and communicated to teams across the business. We keep our policies under regular review to ensure they remain effective and aligned with legal and best practice standards.
Supplier Due Diligence and Audits
We are committed to working only with suppliers who uphold similar ethical standards. As part of our supplier onboarding and ongoing management processes, we aim to:
Assess potential suppliers on their labour practices and ethical conduct, proportionate to the nature and location of their operations; Require acceptance of our zero-tolerance position on modern slavery or evidence of equivalent anti-slavery commitments; and Maintain the right to review or terminate relationships where concerns arise.
Where appropriate, we may carry out audits or request evidence from suppliers to confirm compliance with modern slavery legislation and our expectations. These may include reviewing documented policies, training records, and, where feasible, site visits. Our goal is to work collaboratively with suppliers to address any identified issues, while reserving the right to end relationships if necessary.
Training and Awareness
We recognise that awareness and understanding are critical to identifying and preventing modern slavery. Storage Tolworth provides guidance to relevant employees, particularly those involved in procurement, site management, and contractor oversight, so they can recognise potential indicators of modern slavery and understand the steps to take if concerns arise.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
We encourage all employees, contractors, and other stakeholders to raise any concerns about modern slavery, unsafe working conditions, or unethical behaviour. Concerns can be raised through internal reporting channels or via our whistleblowing arrangements, which allow concerns to be reported in confidence. We do not tolerate victimisation of anyone who raises a concern in good faith, and all reports are taken seriously and handled sensitively.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
Storage Tolworth is committed to continually improving our approach to tackling modern slavery. Each year, we review the effectiveness of our measures, including our risk assessments, supplier due diligence, audits, training activities, and reporting mechanisms. This annual review informs updates to our policies and procedures and helps us prioritise further actions where needed.
This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the management of Storage Tolworth and will be reviewed and updated annually to reflect our ongoing commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains.
