Self Storage Kensington Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement
This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps Self Storage Kensington has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our business operations and supply chains. It is made in respect of the most recent financial year and applies to all employees, contractors, and suppliers engaged by Self Storage Kensington.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Self Storage Kensington maintains a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, child labour, and exploitative working practices. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships and to implementing and enforcing robust systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery is not taking place anywhere in our organisation or supply chains.
All individuals working for or with Self Storage Kensington are expected to uphold this commitment and to conduct themselves in accordance with our policies, values, and applicable legislation. Any breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter and may result in disciplinary action or termination of a business relationship.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Self Storage Kensington provides storage services to private and commercial customers. Our activities are primarily based within the United Kingdom and involve a range of suppliers and contractors, including property services, facilities maintenance, cleaning, security, packaging materials, utilities, and professional services.
We recognise that some sectors and regions may carry a higher risk of modern slavery. As a result, we pay particular attention to suppliers involved in services that rely on lower-skilled or temporary labour, or on complex subcontracting arrangements.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We expect our suppliers, contractors, and business partners to share our commitment to preventing modern slavery and to operate in full compliance with applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws. Our supplier standards are communicated through our onboarding processes, purchase arrangements, and ongoing relationship management.
Where appropriate, we carry out due diligence on new suppliers and review existing suppliers periodically to identify and mitigate the risk of modern slavery. This may include requesting information on their own policies, reviewing relevant documentation, and conducting site visits or audits where warranted by the level of risk.
If a supplier is found to be involved in modern slavery or fails to meet our standards, we will take appropriate corrective action, which may include working with the supplier to improve practices within a defined timeframe or terminating the relationship.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Self Storage Kensington encourages all employees, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to raise any concerns they may have about modern slavery or unethical behaviour within our business or supply chains. Concerns can be reported through established internal reporting channels, including line managers and senior management, or via our whistleblowing procedures.
Reports can be made in confidence, and we are committed to ensuring that no person who raises a concern in good faith suffers any form of retaliation or detriment as a result. All allegations of modern slavery will be treated seriously, investigated promptly, and addressed with appropriate remedial action where substantiated.
Training and Awareness
We are working to build awareness of modern slavery risks among our employees, particularly those involved in procurement, facilities management, and supplier relationships. Training and guidance are provided to help staff recognise indicators of modern slavery, understand our policies, and know how to report concerns.
We also encourage dialogue with suppliers about modern slavery and ethical labour practices, reinforcing the importance of transparency and continuous improvement throughout the supply chain.
Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review
Responsibility for overseeing our modern slavery strategy and compliance sits with the senior management team of Self Storage Kensington. We monitor the effectiveness of our measures through periodic reviews of supplier performance, internal reporting, and any incidents or concerns raised.
This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is reviewed at least once every financial year to ensure it remains accurate, relevant, and reflective of our evolving business and risk profile. We may update and strengthen our policies, procedures, and due diligence processes in light of experience, legislative changes, industry guidance, or identified best practice.
By publishing this statement, Self Storage Kensington reaffirms its commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking, promoting ethical conduct, and protecting the rights and dignity of all individuals who work for or with us.
