Modern Slavery Statement for Harmondsworth Storage

Harmondsworth Storage is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to help prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can affect many sectors, including storage, logistics, cleaning, maintenance, transport, and outsourced services. Our approach is built on a zero-tolerance policy that applies to all employees, contractors, agency workers, and suppliers.

We expect everyone working with Harmondsworth Storage to uphold the highest ethical standards. Any form of coercion, exploitation, debt bondage, child labour, or deceptive recruitment is unacceptable. Our commitment is reinforced through internal governance, risk awareness, and practical controls that help us identify and respond to concerns early. We believe that a strong anti-slavery position must be supported by clear responsibilities and consistent action across the business.

To reduce risk, Harmondsworth Storage applies due diligence when selecting and reviewing suppliers. We require suppliers to confirm compliance with relevant labour laws and ethical standards, and we assess them based on the nature of their work, location, and exposure to higher-risk labour practices. Supplier audits may include document checks, contract reviews, site assessments, and verification of labour practices where appropriate. Where risks are identified, we seek corrective action and may suspend or end a relationship if concerns are not addressed satisfactorily.

Policies, Controls, and Reporting

Our anti-slavery controls are integrated into procurement, onboarding, and ongoing supplier management. We ask suppliers to communicate our expectations throughout their own supply chains and to maintain records that demonstrate lawful employment practices. We also encourage responsible recruitment, fair wages, and safe working conditions. This wider Harmondsworth Storage modern slavery policy supports our aim to work only with partners who share our commitment to ethical conduct.

Employees and workers are encouraged to report any concern in confidence through our internal reporting channels. These channels include line management escalation, HR reporting routes, and designated compliance oversight. Reports may relate to suspicious recruitment fees, withheld documents, restricted movement, unsafe accommodation, or signs that an individual may be working under duress. All concerns are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled with appropriate discretion.

Harmondsworth Storage does not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises a genuine concern. We aim to create an environment where speaking up is safe and supported. Where allegations indicate potential criminal activity or serious breaches of labour standards, we will escalate the matter to the appropriate authorities or specialist support services. Our reporting framework is designed to make it easier to identify problems before they escalate into harm.

Training, Monitoring, and Continuous Improvement

We recognise that awareness is essential in preventing modern slavery. Relevant staff receive guidance on identifying warning signs, including unusual payment arrangements, inconsistent worker documentation, and signs of controlled movement or dependency. Managers involved in procurement and supplier oversight are expected to apply these principles consistently and to challenge any practice that may increase vulnerability to exploitation. This helps ensure our storage business remains alert to emerging risks.

Monitoring is ongoing, and we review supplier performance, contract obligations, and audit findings to ensure controls remain effective. If a supplier fails to meet expectations, we may require an improvement plan, increase monitoring, or take corrective action depending on the severity of the issue. Our goal is not only compliance, but active prevention through practical, measurable safeguards that reflect the realities of modern supply chains.

This statement will be subject to an annual review to ensure it remains current, relevant, and aligned with legal and operational developments. The review will consider risk trends, audit outcomes, incident reports, and any changes in our business structure or supplier base. Through this process, Harmondsworth Storage will continue strengthening its approach to ethical procurement, worker protection, and accountability. We are committed to improving our controls each year so that our zero-tolerance position is reflected in practice, not only in policy.