Modern Slavery Statement for Greenwich Storage

Greenwich Storage is committed to conducting business with integrity, dignity, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our approach to preventing modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitative practices within our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can affect many industries, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of abuse, coercion, or unlawful labour practice.

Our commitment applies to every part of the business, including management, employees, contractors, and suppliers. We expect all parties to act ethically and to uphold the standards of lawful employment. Greenwich Storage supports a workplace culture where workers are treated fairly, paid properly, and protected from discrimination or intimidation. We also require that employment is freely chosen and that all individuals are of legal working age.

We review modern slavery risks across our business on an ongoing basis, with particular attention given to procurement, outsourced services, and the onboarding of new suppliers. Risk indicators may include unusual labour arrangements, lack of transparency, withheld documents, or signs of dependency and control. Where concerns are identified, we take prompt action to investigate and, where necessary, terminate relationships that do not meet our standards.

Supplier Standards and Due Diligence

Supplier relationships are a key part of our Greenwich Storage modern slavery prevention strategy. Before engaging a supplier, we assess its labour practices, business reputation, and compliance with relevant laws. We expect suppliers to maintain their own policies against modern slavery and to cascade equivalent expectations through their subcontractors and labour providers.

As part of our due diligence, we may request documents that demonstrate ethical recruitment, lawful pay practices, and appropriate right-to-work controls. Supplier audits are used to verify that these expectations are being met. Audits may be announced or unannounced, and they can include site inspections, worker interviews, record reviews, and follow-up checks. If a supplier fails to meet our requirements, we may require corrective action plans, enhanced monitoring, or removal from our approved supplier list.

Our procurement teams are trained to recognise warning signs linked to modern slavery, including excessive recruitment fees, restricted movement, poor accommodation standards, and inconsistent wage records. This training helps support the wider Greenwich storage statement approach by ensuring that ethical considerations are embedded into purchasing decisions and contract management.

Reporting Concerns and Raising Alerts

We encourage all employees, suppliers, and third parties to report any concern relating to modern slavery or unethical labour practices as soon as possible. Reports may be made through internal reporting channels, including line managers, senior leadership, or the designated compliance route. All concerns are handled seriously, confidentially, and with appropriate sensitivity.

We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith. Individuals who report suspected misconduct are supported, protected, and listened to. Any allegation is reviewed promptly, and where the facts suggest a credible risk, we will escalate the matter, preserve evidence, and cooperate with relevant authorities where required. This reporting framework is central to the credibility of our modern slavery statement Greenwich Storage commitment.

In addition to reporting channels, we promote awareness across the business so that concerns are identified early. Managers are expected to act swiftly if they observe patterns that may indicate exploitation, and all incidents are recorded for review. This helps ensure that our response is consistent, measured, and aligned with our ethical responsibilities.

Governance, Review, and Continuous Improvement

Responsibility for modern slavery prevention rests with senior management, who oversee policy implementation, risk management, and corrective action. The business reviews its controls regularly to ensure that they remain effective and appropriate to the scale and nature of our operations. We also expect ongoing cooperation from suppliers to support these standards.

Greenwich Storage will conduct an annual review of this statement and the controls that support it. The review will consider changes in legislation, operational risks, supplier performance, and any incidents or concerns raised during the year. Findings will inform updates to our procedures, training, and audit programme so that our prevention measures remain practical and robust.

This statement reflects our continuing commitment to ethical business conduct and the elimination of modern slavery in every area we influence. By combining a zero-tolerance stance, supplier audits, accessible reporting channels, and annual review, Greenwich Storage aims to maintain a responsible and accountable approach that protects people and strengthens trust.