Modern Slavery Statement for Chadwellheath Storage

Chadwellheath 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, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour within our operations and supply chain. Our approach is grounded in a zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of exploitation.

We recognise that the risk of modern slavery can exist in many sectors, including storage, logistics, facilities management, construction, cleaning, and procurement. For that reason, Chadwellheath Storage maintains controls designed to identify, reduce, and respond to risks in a practical and responsible way. We expect the same ethical standards from our employees, contractors, agents, and suppliers.

As part of our commitment to responsible business conduct, we provide training and awareness materials to relevant staff so they can recognise warning signs such as unusual working hours, withheld documents, debt bondage, restricted movement, or signs of coercion. Any concerns are treated seriously and investigated promptly, with protective action taken where needed.

Our supplier audit process is an important part of our due diligence framework. Before entering into business relationships, we assess suppliers based on their labour practices, ethical controls, and willingness to comply with our standards. Where appropriate, we request policies, certifications, and declarations confirming compliance with anti-slavery requirements.

For higher-risk suppliers and service providers, Chadwellheath Storage may carry out enhanced audits, which can include document reviews, questionnaires, site visits, and follow-up checks. These audits help us verify that suppliers maintain lawful employment practices and do not use exploitative labour. If non-compliance is identified, we work with the supplier to address it; however, where remedial action is not possible or not taken, we reserve the right to suspend or end the relationship.

We also expect our procurement decisions to support ethical sourcing. This means considering not only price and performance, but also whether a business partner can demonstrate fair recruitment practices, safe working conditions, and effective oversight of their own subcontractors. Ethical supply chain management remains a core expectation at Chadwellheath Storage.

To encourage openness, we have established clear reporting channels for employees and relevant third parties to raise concerns about modern slavery or other unethical conduct. Reports may be made through line management, designated internal procedures, or formal escalation routes within the business. Concerns can be raised confidentially, and every report is reviewed with sensitivity and urgency.

We prohibit retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith. This protection supports a culture in which people feel able to speak up if they notice suspicious behaviour, unsafe labour conditions, or unusual recruitment practices. Where there is evidence of potential exploitation, we will cooperate with appropriate authorities and take immediate steps to protect affected individuals.

Chadwellheath Storage also maintains records of risk assessments, audit outcomes, training activity, and corrective actions. These records help us monitor trends over time and improve the effectiveness of our controls. By keeping the issue under continuous review, we strengthen our ability to detect and prevent abuse across the business.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains accurate, relevant, and aligned with current law, business activity, and risk exposure. The annual review considers supplier performance, audit findings, reported concerns, and any changes in legislation or best practice. Where necessary, we update policies, strengthen checks, and refine training to address emerging risks.

Senior management is responsible for overseeing the implementation of this statement and for ensuring that modern slavery prevention remains a visible organisational priority. Accountability is shared across operational and procurement functions, with regular monitoring to confirm that our standards are being applied consistently.

Through vigilance, responsible sourcing, and a firm zero-tolerance policy, Chadwellheath Storage seeks to uphold human dignity and protect people from exploitation. We will continue to improve our controls, deepen supplier scrutiny, and maintain clear reporting mechanisms so that our business operates ethically and responsibly.