Modern Slavery Statement for Selfstorage Elephantandcastle

Selfstorage Elephantandcastle is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation in our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can affect many sectors, including storage, facilities management, transport, cleaning, and maintenance. For this reason, Selfstorage Elephant and Castle applies a strict zero-tolerance policy toward any form of coercion, abuse, or unlawful labour practice.

Our commitment applies to every part of the organisation, including employees, contractors, agency workers, and suppliers. We expect all parties to uphold fair working conditions, lawful recruitment practices, and safe workplaces. Ethical conduct is not optional; it is an essential part of how Selfstorage Elephantandcastle operates. We use a risk-based approach to identify vulnerable areas and to ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place.

As part of our due diligence, Selfstorage Elephantandcastle requires suppliers to confirm compliance with anti-slavery standards before engagement. This includes reviewing labour practices, recruitment methods, subcontracting arrangements, and right-to-work controls. Where risks are identified, we may request evidence of corrective action, additional assurances, or independent verification. Suppliers who fail to meet our standards may face suspension or termination of the relationship.

Supplier Oversight and Risk Controls

We understand that the highest risks may arise where labour is sourced through third parties or where work is carried out off-site. To address this, Selfstorage Elephant and Castle conducts supplier audits and periodic assessments based on the nature of the service and the risk profile of the supplier. These audits may include document checks, interviews, and reviews of payroll, working hours, and subcontracting records. Regular monitoring helps us identify concerns early and reinforce accountability across the supply chain.

Modern slavery prevention is supported by internal procedures designed to promote responsible procurement and ethical decision-making. Our procurement teams are trained to recognise warning signs such as worker dependency, unusual wage deductions, restricted movement, or lack of personal documents. When concerns arise, they are escalated promptly for investigation and action. Selfstorage Elephantandcastle expects suppliers to maintain open records and cooperate fully with reviews.

We also work to reduce risk through clear contractual standards. Agreements with suppliers include obligations to comply with applicable labour laws, respect worker rights, and permit audit access where necessary. In addition, we encourage suppliers to apply similar expectations within their own subcontracting chains. This helps strengthen protections throughout the wider selfstorage elephant and castle supply network.

Reporting, Investigation, and Training

Selfstorage Elephantandcastle provides accessible reporting channels so that concerns can be raised safely and in confidence. Any employee, contractor, or supplier representative who suspects modern slavery may report it through internal escalation routes established for safeguarding and compliance matters. Reports are handled sensitively, investigated promptly, and treated as serious concerns. Retaliation against anyone who raises a genuine issue will not be tolerated.

All reports are reviewed by appropriate personnel, and where necessary we may suspend activity, request further evidence, or involve external authorities. Our approach is to protect potential victims, preserve evidence, and respond quickly to any credible allegation. Training is provided to relevant teams to help them understand how modern slavery may present in practice and what steps to take if a concern is identified.

Selfstorage Elephant and Castle recognises that vigilance must be maintained over time. Therefore, this statement and the supporting controls are reviewed at least annually to ensure they remain effective, relevant, and aligned with legal obligations and best practice. The annual review considers audit findings, reported concerns, supplier performance, and any changes in risk profile. Where improvements are needed, action plans are created and monitored until completion.

Continuous improvement is central to our commitment. We aim to strengthen supplier oversight, improve awareness, and enhance the effectiveness of our reporting mechanisms each year. This commitment reflects our responsibility to operate ethically and to contribute to a supply chain free from exploitation. Selfstorage Elephantandcastle will continue to assess, refine, and reinforce its controls in support of that objective.

By maintaining robust governance, clear expectations, and transparent review processes, Selfstorage Elephantandcastle seeks to uphold the highest standards of human dignity and responsible business conduct. Our modern slavery statement is more than a formal document; it is a practical expression of our values and our ongoing determination to prevent abuse in every area of our operations.