Modern Slavery Statement for Hackneymarshes Storage

Hackneymarshes Storage is committed to operating with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights across every part of our business. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. Our zero-tolerance policy applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and business partners. We expect every party connected with Hackneymarshes Storage to uphold the same ethical standards and to act with complete compliance with applicable laws and international human rights principles.

We recognise that modern slavery can occur in many forms and in many sectors, including logistics, facilities management, construction, equipment supply, and outsourced services. As a storage business, we may rely on third-party providers for cleaning, maintenance, security, transport, packaging materials, and operational support. For that reason, our approach to hackneymarshes storage modern slavery prevention is built on proactive risk management, clear contractual expectations, and continuous oversight. We will not knowingly engage with any supplier or partner that is involved in exploitative practices.

Our governance framework assigns responsibility for this statement and related controls to senior management, who review risk indicators and monitor the effectiveness of our safeguards. All new suppliers are assessed before engagement, with checks designed to identify high-risk sectors, geographic exposure, and weak labour practices. Where concerns are identified, we require remediation plans or decline the relationship. Our Hackney Marshes storage controls are intended to ensure that respect for workers is embedded at every stage of procurement and service delivery.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

Supplier due diligence is a core part of our anti-slavery programme. We use a risk-based process to review modern slavery indicators such as wage abuse, retention of identity documents, excessive working hours, unsafe accommodation, and restrictions on movement. Higher-risk suppliers are subject to enhanced scrutiny, including supplier audits, document checks, and follow-up reviews. Where appropriate, we may request evidence of labour policies, training records, subcontractor controls, and workplace inspection outcomes. This helps us strengthen the resilience of the Hackneymarshes Storage supply chain.

Our audit programme is designed to be practical and preventative rather than purely reactive. Audits may be announced or unannounced depending on the level of risk, and they focus on working conditions, payroll accuracy, recruitment practices, and worker welfare. If a supplier fails to meet our requirements, we expect immediate corrective action. Persistent non-compliance may lead to contract suspension or termination. We also seek to encourage open communication so that potential problems in the Hackney Marshes Storage network are addressed before they escalate into serious harm.

Training is another important element of our response. Staff involved in procurement, operations, and contract management receive guidance on how to recognise warning signs and escalate concerns. By improving awareness, we support a culture in which exploitation is less likely to go unnoticed. Our approach to modern slavery in storage services is not limited to direct suppliers; it also considers subcontracting chains and labour agencies that may be used to deliver services on our behalf.

Reporting Channels and Protection from Retaliation

We encourage anyone connected with our business to report concerns about possible exploitation, including employees, contractors, agency workers, and suppliers. Reports may be made through internal management channels, compliance processes, or designated whistleblowing routes. All concerns are treated seriously, handled confidentially where possible, and investigated promptly. No person who raises a concern in good faith will suffer retaliation, dismissal, discrimination, or any other adverse treatment. This protection is central to the values of Hackneymarshes storage.

When a report is received, we assess the seriousness of the issue, preserve relevant information, and determine whether immediate action is needed to protect workers. Depending on the circumstances, this may include pausing procurement, seeking independent verification, or requiring the supplier to cooperate with an investigation. If evidence of slavery or trafficking is found, we will take decisive action and work with relevant authorities where appropriate. Our Hackney Marshes Storage standards require transparency, accountability, and swift response.

We also recognise the importance of encouraging a speak-up culture across the organisation. Employees are reminded regularly that ethical concerns should be raised early rather than ignored. By maintaining clear reporting channels, we aim to make it easier for people to act if something appears inconsistent with our values. Prevention is always preferred to remediation, and our communication efforts are intended to support early detection and meaningful intervention.

Monitoring, Annual Review, and Continuous Improvement

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, current, and aligned with legal expectations and business activity. The review considers audit results, supplier performance, reported concerns, training completion, and any changes in risk profile. Where weaknesses are identified, we update policies, strengthen controls, and improve oversight. This commitment reflects our belief that the Hackneymarshes Storage response to modern slavery must evolve as risks change.

We measure progress through practical indicators such as supplier assessment completion, corrective action closure, and staff awareness levels. These measures help us identify whether our approach is genuinely reducing exposure to exploitation. Our broader aim is to support responsible sourcing while maintaining the operational reliability expected of Hackney Marshes storage services. Ethical conduct and business performance are not competing goals; they are mutually reinforcing.

As part of our ongoing commitment, we will continue to strengthen procurement standards, refine audit methods, and promote training that helps staff and suppliers understand their responsibilities. Hackneymarshes Storage will not compromise on human dignity, and we will continue to invest in controls that protect people from harm. This statement represents our current position and our determination to keep improving our modern slavery prevention practices across all relevant activities.