Modern Slavery Statement for Chelsfield Storage

Chelsfield Storage is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and with zero tolerance for modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, or any form of exploitation. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to identify, prevent, and address risks across our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can occur in many forms and in many sectors, and we remain vigilant in safeguarding dignity, fairness, and lawful working conditions.

Our approach is based on respect for human rights, compliance with applicable legislation, and continuous improvement. We expect all employees, contractors, and business partners to act with integrity and to uphold the same standards. As part of our broader compliance framework, Chelsfield Storage embeds responsible sourcing and ethical oversight into decision-making, procurement, and operational controls. This statement reflects our ongoing commitment to responsible business conduct.

We maintain a risk-based approach to supplier management, recognising that some areas of the supply chain may present higher vulnerability to exploitation. Before engaging new suppliers, we assess potential modern slavery risks by reviewing the nature of the goods or services provided, the geography involved, and the supplier’s own policies and procedures. Existing suppliers are also monitored through periodic reviews, with heightened scrutiny where concerns arise.

Supplier due diligence includes contractual expectations, policy acknowledgements, and supplier audits where appropriate. These audits may examine labour practices, recruitment processes, wage records, working hours, identity document retention, and subcontracting arrangements. Where deficiencies are identified, we require corrective action within agreed timeframes. If a supplier is unwilling or unable to address serious concerns, we may suspend or end the relationship. Our objective is not only compliance, but also the promotion of fair and lawful working conditions throughout the Chelsfield Storage supply chain.

Reporting concerns is a vital part of our prevention strategy. We encourage employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders to raise any suspicion of modern slavery without delay. Reports can be made through internal management channels, designated compliance routes, or confidential escalation processes established for safeguarding concerns. All reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled with discretion. Retaliation against anyone who raises a genuine concern is not tolerated.

Training and awareness support this reporting culture. Relevant staff receive guidance on recognising warning signs, such as unusual control over workers, inconsistent pay practices, restricted freedom of movement, or signs of coercion. Managers involved in procurement and vendor oversight are expected to understand how modern slavery risks may appear in practice and to act swiftly when indicators emerge. This helps ensure that our modern slavery policy remains active, practical, and effective rather than merely procedural.

Chelsfield Storage reviews this statement annually to ensure it remains current, credible, and aligned with operational realities. The annual review considers changes in legislation, business structure, supplier risk profiles, audit outcomes, incident reports, and the effectiveness of mitigation measures. Where improvements are needed, we update controls, refine training, and strengthen supplier oversight. This process supports measurable progress and reinforces our commitment to continuous ethical performance.

We also monitor the broader effectiveness of our actions by evaluating whether identified risks are being reduced and whether suppliers are demonstrating sustained improvement. If patterns of non-compliance emerge, we take decisive remedial steps and increase oversight. Our stance is clear: exploitation has no place within our organisation or within the partnerships that support our business.

In summary, Chelsfield Storage will continue to uphold a zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery, maintain robust supplier audits, provide clear reporting channels, and conduct an annual review of this statement and our practices. Through these measures, we aim to protect workers, promote accountability, and ensure that ethical standards remain central to everything we do. This modern slavery statement represents a lasting commitment to responsible business conduct and to the prevention of abuse in all parts of our operations.