Storage Bayswater Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement outlines the approach taken by Storage Bayswater to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation in our operations and supply chains. Storage Bayswater is committed to conducting business ethically, transparently, and in full compliance with applicable laws and recognised human rights principles.
Our Business and Supply Chain
Storage Bayswater provides storage solutions and related services. Our operations rely on a network of suppliers and service providers that may include facility management, security, cleaning, maintenance, equipment, and professional services. We recognise that modern slavery risks can exist at various tiers of these supply chains, particularly where there are low-skilled, temporary, or outsourced labour arrangements.
Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery
Storage Bayswater has a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. We do not tolerate, permit, or condone forced, bonded, or compulsory labour, servitude, child labour that is not in line with international standards, or any form of exploitation in our business or supply chains.
All employees, contractors, and suppliers are expected to act in accordance with our values and legal obligations. Any breach of this zero-tolerance policy may result in remedial action, including termination of contracts, and, where appropriate, reporting to relevant authorities.
Supplier Standards and Due Diligence
We are committed to working with suppliers who share our commitment to human rights and fair working conditions. Supplier selection and onboarding processes include an assessment of the supplier’s capacity and willingness to comply with our standards on labour practices and modern slavery.
Suppliers are required to ensure that work is freely chosen, employment terms are transparent, and working conditions are safe. They must ensure that recruitment practices do not involve deception, fees, or retention of identity documents and that workers are free to leave employment with reasonable notice.
Supplier Audits and Monitoring
Storage Bayswater implements proportionate supplier audits and monitoring procedures to help identify, assess, and reduce the risk of modern slavery. These may include desk-based reviews of supplier policies, questionnaires, and requests for supporting documentation relating to labour practices, wages, and working conditions.
Where appropriate, we may undertake more detailed assessments or on-site visits to verify compliance with our standards. If potential non-compliance or elevated risk is identified, we work with the supplier to agree corrective actions and timeframes. Persistent failure to address issues may lead to suspension or termination of the business relationship.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
We encourage employees, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or unethical labour practices connected to Storage Bayswater. Concerns can be raised through internal management channels or via established whistleblowing procedures.
Reports can be made confidentially and will be taken seriously, investigated promptly, and handled sensitively. We do not tolerate retaliation or victimisation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith, even if it is not ultimately substantiated.
Training and Awareness
Storage Bayswater is committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks among relevant employees, particularly those responsible for procurement, supplier management, and facility operations. Training and guidance are provided so that staff can recognise indicators of exploitation and understand how to respond appropriately.
We continue to review and enhance our internal guidance, incorporating lessons learned, emerging best practice, and changes in legislation or industry standards.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
We recognise that combating modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility requiring continuous improvement. Storage Bayswater is committed to regularly reviewing our policies, procedures, and due diligence processes to strengthen our approach and address any gaps or emerging risks.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually by the leadership of Storage Bayswater to ensure it remains current, effective, and aligned with our legal obligations and ethical commitments. Updates will reflect any significant changes in our business, supply chains, or risk profile, as well as enhancements in our response to modern slavery.
By adopting this statement and embedding these principles in our operations, Storage Bayswater reaffirms its commitment to respecting human rights and contributing to the global effort to eradicate modern slavery in all its forms.
