Storage Penge Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Storage Penge has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. Storage Penge is committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business relationships and to implementing effective systems and controls to safeguard against any form of modern slavery.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Storage Penge has a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour in all their forms. We are committed to ensuring that everyone who works for or with us is treated with dignity and respect, works voluntarily, and is fairly rewarded. Any breach or suspected breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter and may result in termination of contracts or working relationships.
Our leadership team is responsible for promoting a culture of ethical conduct, ensuring that our policies are understood, embedded, and consistently applied across the organisation.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Storage Penge operates storage and related services and works with a range of suppliers, including property and facility maintenance providers, equipment manufacturers, cleaning and security contractors, and professional service providers. We recognise that certain sectors and regions may present higher risks of modern slavery, and we focus our due diligence and monitoring efforts accordingly.
We aim to partner only with suppliers and contractors who share our values and can demonstrate a clear commitment to lawful, ethical, and fair employment practices.
Supplier Due Diligence and Audits
We are strengthening our supplier onboarding and management processes to reduce the risk of modern slavery in our supply chain. These measures include:
Conducting risk-based due diligence on new suppliers, with enhanced checks for higher-risk categories. Requesting confirmation from key suppliers that they comply with applicable labour laws and do not engage in modern slavery or human trafficking. Incorporating modern slavery and ethical conduct clauses into supplier contracts where appropriate. Reserving the right to request additional information about workforce practices and labour conditions.
Storage Penge is implementing supplier audits, which may be conducted on a scheduled or ad hoc basis. These audits are designed to assess suppliers against our ethical standards, and may involve reviewing documentation, policies, and relevant records, as well as discussions with management. Where concerns are identified, we will work with the supplier on corrective action plans, or, where necessary, consider alternative supply arrangements.
Reporting Concerns and Raising Issues
Storage Penge encourages employees, contractors, and suppliers to report any concerns or suspicions regarding modern slavery or unethical labour practices. We promote an open culture in which individuals feel safe to speak up without fear of retaliation or disadvantage.
Reports can be made confidentially through our internal reporting channels, including to a line manager or a designated senior manager. All reports will be taken seriously, investigated promptly, and handled as sensitively as possible. Where appropriate, matters may be escalated to senior leadership for further review and action.
Any confirmed involvement in modern slavery, whether by an employee or supplier, will result in appropriate remedial steps, which may include disciplinary action, contract termination, or notification to the relevant authorities.
Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement
We are committed to increasing awareness of modern slavery risks across our workforce. Storage Penge will provide relevant training to employees whose roles involve procurement, supplier management, and facility operations so they can identify potential warning signs and respond appropriately.
We review our processes regularly to identify opportunities for improvement, including refining risk assessments, enhancing supplier engagement, and updating our internal guidance. Our aim is to maintain robust controls that evolve along with legal requirements and best practice standards.
Monitoring and Annual Review
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by Storage Penge’s leadership team to ensure it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with our business activities and values. As part of the annual review, we evaluate the effectiveness of our actions, consider feedback from stakeholders, and revise our approach where needed.
By maintaining a clear zero-tolerance stance, strengthening supplier oversight through audits, providing secure reporting channels, and committing to ongoing review and improvement, Storage Penge seeks to contribute to the prevention of modern slavery and to uphold responsible and ethical business practices throughout our operations and supply chains.
