Modern Slavery Statement for Selfstorage Belgravia

Selfstorage Belgravia 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 within our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can affect many sectors, including facilities management, security, logistics, maintenance, and procurement. Our approach is built on a zero-tolerance policy that applies to all employees, contractors, and suppliers.

As Selfstorage Belgravia continues to develop its services, we maintain clear expectations for ethical conduct. We do not permit any form of coercion, debt bondage, involuntary labour, child labour, or other exploitative practices. This statement reflects our commitment to responsible business behaviour and reinforces our obligation to act promptly if any risk is identified. We also require that all business relationships are founded on lawful employment, fair treatment, and appropriate working conditions.

Our commitment is supported by internal controls designed to identify and reduce the risk of modern slavery across the organisation. These include supplier due diligence, staff awareness, contractual safeguards, and regular oversight of business partners. We expect suppliers to uphold the same standards and to demonstrate compliance with labour laws, workplace safety requirements, and ethical recruitment practices. Where concerns arise, we investigate thoroughly and take corrective action without delay.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

Supplier management is a key part of the Selfstorage Belgravia modern slavery strategy. Before engaging new suppliers, we assess the nature of the service, the country of operation, labour risk indicators, and the supplier’s own policies and procedures. Where appropriate, we request evidence of recruitment controls, worker protections, and subcontractor oversight. High-risk suppliers may be subject to enhanced checks and closer review.

We also carry out supplier audits where the level of risk, spend, or operational dependency justifies it. These audits may involve document reviews, site inspections, and verification of employment practices. If a supplier cannot demonstrate adequate controls, we may require an improvement plan, suspend engagement, or terminate the relationship. This process helps ensure that modern slavery risks are identified early and addressed effectively.

Our procurement standards emphasise responsible sourcing and long-term accountability. Contracts include provisions requiring compliance with anti-slavery laws, cooperation with audits, and immediate notification of any suspected breach. We also encourage suppliers to maintain their own monitoring systems and to extend the same expectations to their subcontractors. By embedding these requirements, Selfstorage Belgravia strengthens ethical practice throughout the supply chain.

Reporting Channels and Employee Responsibility

We believe that everyone should feel able to raise concerns about exploitation, unsafe practices, or policy breaches. Selfstorage Belgravia provides reporting channels that allow employees and suppliers to escalate issues confidentially and without fear of retaliation. Concerns can be raised through management, human resources, or other designated internal routes, depending on the nature of the issue. All reports are handled sensitively and investigated proportionately.

Training and awareness are important parts of our prevention efforts. Relevant staff receive guidance on recognising signs of modern slavery, understanding due diligence obligations, and responding appropriately to potential indicators. We aim to ensure that those involved in recruitment, procurement, and supplier oversight are especially alert to risks. This helps create a culture in which ethical conduct is expected and supported at every level.

Where a concern is substantiated, Selfstorage Belgravia will take decisive action. This may include remediation, enhanced monitoring, contract review, or reporting to the appropriate authorities. We are committed to protecting individuals who raise concerns in good faith and to ensuring that vulnerable people are not exposed to further harm. Our zero-tolerance position means that exploitation will never be accepted as part of normal business practice.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with best practice. The review considers changes in legislation, supply chain risk, audit findings, reported concerns, and the outcomes of any corrective actions. Where needed, we update policies, strengthen supplier controls, and refine training to improve our response to emerging risks.

Senior management has responsibility for overseeing implementation and for promoting accountability across the organisation. The review process supports continuous improvement and helps us measure whether our safeguards are working in practice. Selfstorage Belgravia recognises that preventing modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility, not a one-time exercise, and we remain committed to maintaining high standards year after year.

By maintaining a zero-tolerance policy, applying rigorous supplier audits, offering safe reporting channels, and conducting an annual review, Selfstorage Belgravia reinforces its commitment to human dignity and ethical business conduct. We will continue to improve our controls and strengthen our supply chain oversight to help prevent exploitation in all forms.