Modern Slavery Statement for Northkensington Storage

Northkensington Storage is committed to conducting business with integrity, respect, and accountability. We recognise that modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation are serious violations of human rights and have no place in our operations or supply chain. This statement sets out our zero-tolerance policy and the measures we take to prevent, identify, and address risks across our business.

Our approach applies to all employees, contractors, agency workers, and business partners. We expect everyone associated with Northkensington Storage to act in a lawful, ethical, and transparent manner. We are committed to continuous improvement and to making sure our practices reflect our values, including fairness, dignity, and accountability in every part of our storage services.

We have implemented a clear governance framework to support our modern slavery controls. Senior management is responsible for oversight of this statement and for ensuring that relevant policies are understood and followed. Regular training helps staff recognise warning signs such as unusual working conditions, restricted movement, withholding of pay, or signs of coercion. This helps build awareness of potential risks in both direct operations and outsourced activities.

Supplier management is a key part of our risk prevention strategy. Before engaging new suppliers, we review their labour standards, ethical commitments, and control processes. Existing suppliers may be subject to supplier audits, which can include document checks, interviews, site visits, and assessments of employment practices. Where concerns arise, we require corrective action plans and may suspend or end relationships if improvement is not demonstrated.

We recognise that risks may vary depending on geography, labour model, and service type. For that reason, our due diligence is proportionate and risk-based. We pay particular attention to subcontracting chains, recruitment practices, and any use of temporary labour. In addition, contractual terms require suppliers to comply with applicable anti-slavery laws and to flow equivalent expectations through their own supply chains.

Our internal controls also support the prevention of exploitation. We maintain clear recruitment standards, verify right-to-work documentation where appropriate, and avoid practices that could increase dependency or vulnerability. By embedding ethical requirements into everyday decision-making, Northkensington Storage strengthens its ability to identify and respond to risks early.

We encourage employees and third parties to raise concerns without fear of retaliation. Reports can be made through internal management channels, safeguarding processes, or other approved reporting routes established within the organisation. All concerns are treated seriously, reviewed promptly, and handled with confidentiality where possible. If an issue suggests modern slavery or exploitation, it will be escalated for investigation and appropriate action.

When concerns are substantiated, we may take immediate steps to protect affected individuals, preserve evidence, and work with relevant experts or authorities where necessary. Our response focuses on remediation, prevention of recurrence, and learning from incidents. We believe that a strong reporting culture is essential to maintaining a responsible and ethical business environment.

Northkensington Storage reviews its modern slavery controls at least annually. This review considers changes in legislation, operational activity, supplier risk, and the effectiveness of our procedures. Findings are used to update policies, training, audit priorities, and governance arrangements. The annual review ensures that our statement remains current, practical, and aligned with our commitment to eliminate exploitation from our operations and supply chain.

We also monitor broader business relationships to ensure that our standards remain consistent over time. Any emerging issues are assessed in context, and where necessary, targeted improvements are introduced to strengthen prevention and detection. This includes refining due diligence checks, enhancing staff training, and expanding audit coverage for higher-risk suppliers.

This statement reflects the ongoing responsibility of Northkensington Storage to uphold human rights and operate ethically. We will continue to strengthen our safeguards, review our progress, and act decisively where risks are identified. Through vigilance, transparency, and collaboration, we aim to ensure that modern slavery has no place in our business or supply chain.