Storage Hainault Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Storage Hainault to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our business operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery is a serious crime and a fundamental violation of human rights. We are committed to acting ethically, with integrity and transparency, and to implementing effective systems and controls to safeguard against any form of exploitation.
Our Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery
Storage Hainault operates a clear and unequivocal zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and all forms of exploitation. This policy applies to all individuals working for or on behalf of Storage Hainault, including employees, agency workers, contractors, suppliers, and business partners.
We expect all those we work with to share our commitment to ethical conduct and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations relating to labour, human rights, and employment. Any breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter and may result in the termination of business relationships, contracts, or employment, as appropriate.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Storage Hainault provides storage and related services to a range of personal and business customers. Our supply chain includes providers of goods, services, maintenance, facilities management, equipment, and professional services. While we consider the overall risk of modern slavery in our direct operations to be low, we recognise that certain sectors, locations, and tiers of supply chains may carry higher risks.
We are therefore committed to maintaining oversight of our supply chain and to working only with reputable suppliers who can demonstrate alignment with our standards on human rights and labour practices.
Supplier Due Diligence and Audits
To support our zero-tolerance approach, Storage Hainault has implemented supplier due diligence procedures designed to identify and manage potential modern slavery risks. These procedures include assessing new and existing suppliers on their labour practices, working conditions, and commitments to ethical conduct.
Where appropriate, we request information from suppliers on their own policies, training, and controls in relation to modern slavery and human trafficking. We reserve the right to carry out supplier audits, which may include site visits, document reviews, and interviews, either directly or through suitably qualified third parties.
If a supplier is found to be involved in modern slavery or to be in serious breach of our requirements, we will take prompt remedial action, which may include working with the supplier to improve practices, suspending orders, or terminating the relationship.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Storage Hainault encourages anyone with concerns about modern slavery, whether within our own operations or in our supply chain, to raise them without delay. We are committed to creating an environment where individuals feel able to speak up in good faith, confident that their concerns will be taken seriously and handled sensitively.
Concerns can be raised through internal reporting routes, including line management or senior management. We also support the use of independent reporting avenues, such as recognised whistleblowing or regulatory channels, where individuals feel this is more appropriate.
We do not tolerate any form of retaliation against anyone who reports a concern about modern slavery or who assists in an investigation. All reports are reviewed and, where necessary, investigated. Appropriate corrective and preventive actions will be taken if wrongdoing is identified.
Training, Awareness, and Responsibilities
We are committed to increasing awareness of modern slavery risks among our employees, particularly those involved in procurement, supplier management, and facilities operations. Training and guidance are provided to help staff recognise indicators of exploitation and understand how to escalate concerns.
Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery rests with senior management. They are accountable for ensuring that policies, due diligence measures, and controls remain effective and proportionate to the risks we face.
Monitoring, Annual Review, and Continuous Improvement
Storage Hainault recognises that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing process that requires regular review and improvement. We monitor the effectiveness of our measures through the outcomes of supplier assessments, audit findings, reported concerns, and feedback from staff and stakeholders.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually to ensure it remains current, reflects our evolving operations and supply chains, and incorporates lessons learned and best practice developments. Updates to this statement and to our underlying policies are approved by senior management and communicated to relevant stakeholders.
By continuing to refine our processes, build awareness, and strengthen our partnerships, Storage Hainault aims to play a responsible role in preventing modern slavery and protecting the rights and dignity of all those who may be affected by our business activities.
