Storage Eden Park Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Storage Eden Park has taken, and will continue to take, to address the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships and to implementing effective systems and controls to safeguard individuals from exploitation.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Storage Eden Park operates on the principle that all people deserve to be treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking, child labour, and any practice that denies individuals their basic rights and freedoms. This policy applies to our own activities and to every organisation with which we conduct business.
No form of modern slavery will be tolerated in our premises, among our workforce, or within our supply chain. We are committed to taking decisive action where risks are identified, which may include suspending or terminating relationships with any supplier or partner that fails to uphold our standards.
Our Business and Supply Chain
Storage Eden Park provides secure storage solutions for individuals and businesses. Our supply chain primarily includes construction and maintenance contractors, equipment and materials providers, facilities management services, and professional service partners. While our sector is not typically associated with the highest risks of modern slavery, we recognise that no supply chain is entirely free of potential risk.
We are committed to understanding these risks and to working only with suppliers and partners who share our commitment to ethical conduct and human rights.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We expect all suppliers and contractors to operate in full compliance with applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws, and to uphold standards equivalent to our own zero-tolerance stance. Before entering into or renewing contracts, we assess suppliers for ethical performance and risk, including their approach to modern slavery.
Where appropriate, we conduct supplier audits and due diligence checks. These may include reviewing policies, requesting confirmation of compliance, and assessing evidence of robust recruitment, wage, and working condition practices. If we identify concerns, we will work with the supplier to agree and monitor corrective actions. Persistent non-compliance or unwillingness to address risks may result in the ending of a commercial relationship.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
We are committed to creating an environment where concerns about modern slavery can be raised without fear of retaliation. Employees, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders are encouraged to report any suspicion of modern slavery, unethical behaviour, or human rights abuses connected to Storage Eden Park.
Concerns can be reported to a line manager or a senior member of management. Reports will be treated seriously, handled confidentially to the extent possible, and investigated promptly and fairly. We will not tolerate any form of victimisation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith, and we will take appropriate corrective and protective measures where wrongdoing is identified.
Training and Awareness
We recognise that awareness is essential to preventing modern slavery. Relevant employees receive training and guidance to help them identify signs of exploitation and understand the correct channels for raising concerns. We also communicate our expectations to suppliers and contractors, making clear that adherence to our modern slavery requirements is a condition of doing business with Storage Eden Park.
Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review
Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery rests with the senior management of Storage Eden Park. They ensure that our policies are implemented, that incidents are addressed, and that our response remains effective and proportionate to the risks we face.
This statement and our related procedures are reviewed at least annually, and more frequently if necessary in response to legislative changes, emerging risks, or lessons learned from our own operations and supply chain. As part of this review, we evaluate the effectiveness of our controls, consider feedback from stakeholders, and identify opportunities to strengthen our approach.
Through ongoing monitoring, engagement, and improvement, Storage Eden Park aims to ensure that our business and supply chains are free from modern slavery and that we continue to protect and promote the rights and welfare of all people connected to our operations.
