Modern Slavery Statement for Canonbury Storage

Canonbury Storage is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can take many forms and may occur in industries and locations far from our direct view. For that reason, our approach is grounded in prevention, vigilance, and accountability.

We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. This applies to every part of our business, including employees, contractors, agency workers, and the suppliers who support our services. Our expectations are clear: no person involved in or connected to Canonbury Storage should be subjected to coercion, deception, exploitation, debt bondage, or any other abusive practice. We communicate this position through internal policies and supplier requirements so that our standards are understood and upheld.

To strengthen our Canonbury Storage modern slavery approach, we assess risk across procurement, operations, and supplier relationships. Higher-risk categories are reviewed with particular care, especially where labour is sourced through intermediaries or where supply chains extend across multiple regions. We look for warning signs such as unusual recruitment practices, inconsistent pay arrangements, retention of identity documents, or restrictions on freedom of movement. These indicators are treated seriously and escalated without delay.

Supplier Oversight and Audit Process

Suppliers are expected to comply with all applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws, as well as with our own standards of conduct. As part of our due diligence, we may request documentation, declarations, and evidence of labour controls before entering or renewing supplier relationships. We also reserve the right to carry out supplier audits, which may include reviews of payroll records, recruitment practices, subcontracting arrangements, working hours, and welfare conditions. Where needed, audits may be conducted remotely or on-site.

When an audit or review identifies a concern, we work with the supplier to establish corrective actions and a clear timetable for improvement. If a supplier fails to address serious issues, Canonbury Storage may suspend or terminate the relationship. This measured but firm response reinforces our modern slavery statement and demonstrates that compliance is not optional. We believe that constructive engagement is effective, but only when it is supported by genuine accountability.

We also expect our suppliers to flow these standards through their own supply chains. That means they should monitor subcontractors, labour providers, and service partners with the same level of care. By extending expectations beyond first-tier suppliers, we reduce the risk that hidden exploitation may enter our business indirectly. Our objective is to support responsible sourcing and to promote fair treatment at every stage of the supply chain.

Reporting, Training, and Governance

Employees and third parties are encouraged to raise concerns if they suspect modern slavery or unethical labour practices. We provide clear reporting channels so that concerns can be raised promptly and in confidence. Reports may relate to recruitment, pay, workplace conditions, document retention, coercion, or any behaviour that suggests exploitation. We do not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith, and all reports are handled sensitively and investigated appropriately.

To help people recognise the signs of exploitation, we provide relevant training and internal guidance to those involved in procurement, operations, and people management. Training supports awareness of risk indicators and reinforces the importance of accurate record-keeping, fair recruitment, and ethical decision-making. We aim to ensure that our Canonbury Storage modern slavery statement is reflected not only in policy, but in day-to-day behaviour and informed judgement.

Our senior management oversees modern slavery risk and is responsible for ensuring that controls remain effective. Governance includes periodic review of supplier performance, consideration of emerging risks, and oversight of any incidents or remediation actions. Where appropriate, lessons learned from investigations are translated into improvements to procurement standards, contract terms, and staff training. This creates a cycle of continual improvement and stronger protection against exploitation.

Annual Review and Ongoing Commitment

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains current, proportionate, and aligned with legal requirements and business practices. The annual review considers changes in our operations, the risk profile of our suppliers, audit findings, reported concerns, and any updates to legislation or best practice. If improvements are needed, we update our procedures and reinforce expectations across the organisation.

Canonbury Storage understands that preventing modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility, not a one-time exercise. By combining a zero-tolerance policy, robust supplier audits, accessible reporting channels, and an annual review process, we aim to help protect vulnerable people and uphold ethical standards throughout our business. We remain committed to acting responsibly, learning continuously, and maintaining a supply chain built on dignity and respect.