Modern Slavery Statement for Clapham Storage

Clapham Storage is committed to conducting business with integrity, respect, and responsibility. We recognise that modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation are grave abuses of human rights and are wholly incompatible with our values. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery and trafficking in our operations and across our supply chains.

Our zero-tolerance policy is a central part of this commitment. We do not accept any form of slavery, servitude, debt bondage, child labour, or exploitation within our business or among those who provide goods and services to us. All employees, contractors, and suppliers are expected to uphold the same standard and to act with honesty, care, and vigilance.

We apply this policy through clear internal controls, staff awareness, and supplier due diligence. Clapham Storage expects all partners to comply with applicable labour laws and ethical business practices. Where concerns arise, we investigate promptly and take decisive action, which may include remediation plans, suspension, or termination of relationships where necessary.

Our approach to preventing modern slavery begins with risk assessment. We consider factors such as geographic location, labour intensity, the nature of services, and the complexity of the supply chain. We pay particular attention to higher-risk categories, including cleaning, maintenance, transport, construction, security, and outsourced labour services.

Supplier audits are a key part of our monitoring programme. We carry out proportionate reviews of selected suppliers to assess their labour practices, recruitment methods, payroll processes, worker protections, and evidence of ethical governance. These audits may include document checks, questionnaires, and follow-up actions where improvements are required.

We also expect suppliers to maintain their own anti-slavery controls and to flow these expectations down their own supply chains. If a supplier fails to meet our standards, we seek corrective action within a reasonable timeframe. Repeated or serious non-compliance is treated as a breach of trust and may result in contract review or termination.

Training and awareness are essential to our prevention strategy. Relevant staff members receive guidance on identifying warning signs such as restricted movement, unusual payment arrangements, poor living or working conditions, and reluctance by workers to speak freely. This helps ensure concerns are identified early and addressed responsibly.

Clapham Storage provides safe and accessible reporting channels for employees, contractors, and other stakeholders to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery or unethical conduct. Reports may be made through internal management routes or formal grievance processes, and all concerns are handled sensitively, fairly, and without retaliation.

We are committed to protecting anyone who raises a concern in good faith. Allegations are reviewed promptly, and appropriate action is taken based on the seriousness of the issue. Where a risk of exploitation is identified, we prioritise the safety and welfare of affected individuals and cooperate with relevant authorities where appropriate.

We also recognise that modern slavery risks can change over time. Business growth, new suppliers, changing labour markets, and service outsourcing can all alter our exposure. For this reason, our controls are designed to be practical, responsive, and embedded into everyday decision-making rather than treated as a standalone exercise.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, accurate, and aligned with legal requirements and best practice. The annual review includes consideration of incidents, supplier performance, audit findings, staff training needs, and any changes in operational risk. Where improvements are identified, we update our procedures accordingly.

Clapham Storage will continue to strengthen its efforts to prevent modern slavery in all forms. We are committed to continuous improvement, ethical sourcing, and transparent governance. By maintaining robust policies, vigilant monitoring, and clear accountability, we aim to help ensure that exploitation has no place in our business or supply chain.