Modern Slavery Statement for Storage Kennington
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Storage Kennington to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. Storage Kennington is committed to conducting business ethically, with integrity, and in compliance with all applicable laws relating to modern slavery and human rights.
Modern slavery is a crime and a violation of fundamental human rights. It can take various forms, such as slavery, servitude, forced and compulsory labour, bonded labour, child labour, and human trafficking. Storage Kennington recognises its responsibility to identify, prevent, and address any potential risks of modern slavery in all aspects of its activities.
Zero-Tolerance Approach to Modern Slavery
Storage Kennington has a clear zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. We will not knowingly engage with any individual, organisation, or business that is involved in, or associated with, modern slavery practices. This commitment applies to our own operations, our employees, contractors, and our entire supply chain.
All employees and individuals working on behalf of Storage Kennington are expected to act with integrity and to uphold our standards on human rights and labour practices. Any breach of this policy will be treated as a serious matter and may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or contracts.
Our Supply Chain and Supplier Standards
Our supply chain includes providers of goods, services, facilities management, construction, maintenance, and professional services that support our storage operations. We expect all suppliers and business partners to share our commitment to respecting human rights and preventing modern slavery.
Storage Kennington seeks to work only with suppliers who can demonstrate that they operate ethically and lawfully. As part of our due diligence, we assess new and existing suppliers for modern slavery risks and require them to comply with all relevant legislation and with our internal standards.
Supplier Audits and Due Diligence
Storage Kennington undertakes proportionate supplier audits and due diligence activities to identify, assess, and mitigate the risk of modern slavery in our supply chain. These activities may include requesting evidence of labour standards policies, reviewing employment practices, and assessing the use of subcontractors and recruitment agencies.
Where higher risks are identified, we may carry out more detailed assessments, request corrective action plans, or conduct site visits where appropriate and feasible. Failure by a supplier to address genuine concerns relating to modern slavery may result in the review, suspension, or termination of our relationship with that supplier.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Storage Kennington encourages employees, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions regarding modern slavery or human trafficking in our business or supply chains. We are committed to providing safe and accessible channels through which concerns can be raised confidentially and without fear of retaliation.
Concerns can be reported to line managers or senior management within Storage Kennington. All reports will be taken seriously, treated with discretion, and investigated promptly. Where appropriate, issues will be escalated to senior leadership for further review and action. We will cooperate fully with relevant authorities where there is evidence of criminal activity.
Training and Awareness
Storage Kennington strives to build awareness of modern slavery risks across the organisation. Relevant employees, particularly those involved in procurement, contract management, and site operations, are informed about the signs of modern slavery and the procedures for reporting concerns.
We aim to foster a culture in which ethical behaviour, transparency, and respect for human rights are understood as core responsibilities of everyone working for or with Storage Kennington.
Monitoring, Governance and Annual Review
Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery sits with the senior management team of Storage Kennington. They are responsible for reviewing the effectiveness of our policies, supplier audits, and reporting mechanisms, and for ensuring that appropriate actions are taken where issues are identified.
This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least once every year to ensure it remains current, effective, and aligned with legal requirements and best practice. As part of the annual review, we will consider feedback from stakeholders, outcomes from supplier assessments, and any incidents or concerns raised throughout the year.
Any necessary updates to our policies, procedures, or training programmes will be implemented following the review. Storage Kennington is committed to continuous improvement and to working collaboratively with employees, suppliers, and partners to eliminate modern slavery and human trafficking from our operations and supply chains.
