Storage Brixton Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Storage Brixton in respect of the financial year ending 31 December and sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. Storage Brixton is committed to conducting business ethically, with integrity and respect for human rights. We recognise our responsibility to identify, prevent, and mitigate risks of modern slavery and to foster transparency throughout our activities.
Our Zero-Tolerance Approach
Storage Brixton has a clear zero-tolerance policy to all forms of modern slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking. This applies to our own operations and to our relationships with all suppliers, contractors, and other business partners. We expect everyone who works with or for Storage Brixton to share our commitment to acting ethically and in compliance with all applicable laws regarding labour and human rights.
We make it clear to employees and suppliers that any involvement in modern slavery is unacceptable and will result in decisive action, which may include termination of contracts or employment and, where appropriate, reporting to relevant authorities.
Our Operations and Supply Chain
Storage Brixton operates storage facilities and related services. Our supply chain includes property and facility management services, security, cleaning, maintenance, equipment and materials suppliers, and professional and administrative services. While we assess our overall risk as moderate, we recognise that certain categories of goods and services, such as construction, maintenance, and cleaning, can present higher risks of labour exploitation.
We are committed to understanding these risks and taking proportionate steps to address them. This includes engaging with suppliers on their own policies, controls, and labour practices, and challenging them where standards are not aligned with our expectations.
Supplier Due Diligence and Audits
Storage Brixton undertakes due diligence on new suppliers and periodically reviews existing suppliers to assess the risk of modern slavery. We consider factors such as sector, geography, type of work, and workforce characteristics. Where a higher risk is identified, we apply enhanced scrutiny and may require additional assurances and documentation regarding labour standards.
We reserve the right to audit suppliers, either directly or through third parties, to verify compliance with our standards. These audits may include site visits, review of employment records, and confidential interviews with workers where appropriate and lawful. If a supplier is found to be in breach of our modern slavery requirements, we will work with them to implement corrective actions in a clear timeframe. If improvements are not made or the breach is serious, we will consider suspending or terminating the relationship.
Policies, Training, and Awareness
Our zero-tolerance stance is supported by internal policies covering ethical conduct, recruitment, and supplier management. We aim to ensure that employment with Storage Brixton is freely chosen, that all workers receive fair pay, and that working hours and conditions meet or exceed legal requirements.
We provide training and guidance to relevant staff, particularly those in procurement, facilities management, and people management roles, so they can recognise the indicators of modern slavery and know how to respond. We continuously review and improve our internal procedures to strengthen our controls and awareness.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Storage Brixton encourages anyone with concerns about possible modern slavery or human trafficking in our operations or supply chain to report them without delay. Concerns can be raised through internal management channels, confidential whistleblowing mechanisms, or external professional advisers where appropriate.
All reports are taken seriously and investigated in a timely and impartial manner. We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith. Where concerns are substantiated, we will take appropriate remedial action and, where necessary, cooperate with law enforcement or regulatory bodies.
Measuring Effectiveness and Annual Review
To assess the effectiveness of our approach, Storage Brixton monitors key indicators such as supplier audit outcomes, reported concerns, corrective actions taken, and completion rates for relevant staff training. We use this information to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement in our controls and engagement with suppliers.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed and updated annually by the senior management team to ensure it remains current, effective, and aligned with evolving legal requirements and industry best practice. As our business grows and our supply chain develops, we will continue to enhance our due diligence, training, and reporting mechanisms so that our efforts to prevent modern slavery remain robust and credible.
