Modern Slavery Statement for Selfstorage Hammersmith

Selfstorage Hammersmith is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and with complete respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps taken by Selfstorage Hammersmith to prevent slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can affect businesses of every size and sector, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of abuse, coercion, or unlawful labour practice.

Our approach is guided by integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement. The Selfstorage Hammersmith team is expected to act in accordance with these principles, and managers are responsible for ensuring that colleagues understand how to identify risks and escalate concerns. We also expect suppliers, contractors, and business partners to uphold the same standards. Any indication of unsafe work, withheld documents, deceptive recruitment, debt bondage, or other exploitative conduct is treated as a serious matter.

As part of our commitment, Selfstorage Hammersmith modern slavery prevention measures begin with risk assessment. We review our operations and procurement activities to identify areas where vulnerability may exist, particularly in labour-intensive services, outsourced functions, and the wider supply chain. Where risk is identified, we take proportionate action through due diligence, policy updates, corrective plans, and monitoring.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We expect suppliers to demonstrate compliance with applicable employment, immigration, health and safety, and human rights laws. Our procurement process includes checks designed to assess whether a supplier has suitable controls in place. Where appropriate, supplier audits may be carried out to review labour practices, payroll arrangements, right-to-work controls, worker accommodation standards, and the use of subcontractors. These reviews help ensure that Selfstorage Hammersmith slavery statement commitments are reflected in practical action.

Supplier audits are risk-based and may include document reviews, on-site inspections, or written attestations. If concerns arise, we request immediate clarification and may require corrective actions, enhanced monitoring, or the termination of a relationship where remediation is not possible. This process is intended not only to detect issues but also to encourage suppliers to strengthen their own anti-slavery controls. We prefer working collaboratively with responsible partners, but we will not compromise on ethical standards.

Our contracts may include clauses requiring suppliers to comply with anti-slavery requirements, permit reasonable audit activity, and notify us of any suspected breach. We also encourage suppliers to maintain training for their staff, especially those involved in recruitment, labour sourcing, and subcontract management. By integrating these requirements into commercial relationships, Selfstorage Hammersmith modern slavery statement helps reduce the likelihood of exploitation entering our supply chain.

Reporting Channels and Raising Concerns

We encourage anyone connected with our business to report suspected wrongdoing. This includes employees, agency workers, suppliers, visitors, and third parties who may observe behaviour that appears exploitative or unsafe. Concerns may relate to wage withholding, intimidation, identity document retention, child labour, or any form of forced labour. Reports are treated seriously and, where possible, confidentially. Retaliation against a person who raises a concern in good faith is prohibited under our zero-tolerance approach.

To support openness, we provide internal reporting channels through line management, senior leadership, and designated safeguarding or compliance routes. We expect prompt escalation of any issue that could indicate modern slavery, and we investigate matters with discretion and fairness. Where necessary, we work with specialist advisors, legal support, or relevant authorities to determine the appropriate response. Our aim is to protect potential victims, address root causes, and prevent recurrence.

In addition to responding to individual concerns, Selfstorage Hammersmith slavery prevention efforts include staff awareness and periodic communication on warning signs. Employees are reminded to remain alert to suspicious recruitment fees, unusual restrictions on movement, signs of coercion, or workers appearing fearful of speaking freely. Recognising these indicators early is essential to effective prevention and aligns with our ethical responsibilities.

Governance, Review, and Continuous Improvement

This statement is approved by leadership and supported through internal oversight. We assign responsibility for reviewing modern slavery risks, monitoring supplier compliance, and ensuring that corrective actions are tracked to completion. Training is provided where appropriate so that relevant staff understand how to identify risks, use reporting channels, and apply procurement controls consistently. We also keep records of audits, concerns, and follow-up actions to support accountability.

Selfstorage Hammersmith will review this statement annually to confirm that it remains accurate, relevant, and effective. The annual review allows us to consider changes in our business, supply chain, legal obligations, and risk profile. Where improvements are identified, we will strengthen our policies, update audit processes, and enhance training or reporting mechanisms. This commitment to annual review ensures that our response to modern slavery continues to develop.

Through a firm zero-tolerance policy, targeted supplier audits, accessible reporting channels, and an annual review cycle, Selfstorage Hammersmith reinforces its commitment to responsible business conduct. We believe that modern slavery has no place in our operations or supply chain, and we remain dedicated to preventing exploitation wherever it may occur.