Modern Slavery Statement for Eltham Storage

Eltham 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 modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that slavery and trafficking can affect many sectors, including warehousing, transport, cleaning, maintenance, and procurement, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of abuse.

Our approach is based on clear governance, responsible sourcing, and ongoing due diligence. We expect all employees, contractors, and business partners to support our values and uphold lawful and ethical working practices. Modern slavery prevention is not a one-time commitment; it is an active and continuing responsibility embedded in our day-to-day decision-making.

We assess risk across our operations by reviewing labour practices, recruitment methods, subcontracting arrangements, and the countries and sectors from which goods and services are obtained. Where risk is identified, we take proportionate action to reduce it. This may include additional checks, contract reviews, or the requirement for corrective action plans. We also reserve the right to suspend or end relationships where concerns cannot be resolved.

Our Policies and Responsibilities

Eltham Storage maintains internal policies designed to prevent exploitation and promote fair treatment. These policies address working hours, pay, health and safety, right-to-work checks, and ethical recruitment. All managers have a duty to recognise warning signs of coercion, debt bondage, document retention, or restricted movement. Training and awareness support staff in understanding how slavery and human trafficking can appear in supply chains and workplace settings.

We expect suppliers to share our commitment and comply with all applicable employment and labour laws. Our supplier agreements include expectations relating to ethical conduct, truthful recordkeeping, and the prohibition of underage, forced, or involuntary labour. In high-risk categories, we may request evidence of policies, labour standards, wage records, and subcontractor controls.

Supplier oversight is strengthened through supplier audits, which may be announced or unannounced depending on the level of risk involved. Audits can include document checks, site visits, interviews, and verification of recruitment and payment practices. Findings are recorded, escalated where necessary, and followed up until issues are addressed. This helps us maintain accountability and ensure that our modern slavery statement reflects meaningful action rather than aspiration alone.

Reporting and Whistleblowing

We encourage anyone connected with Eltham Storage to report concerns if they suspect exploitation, unsafe labour conditions, or unethical conduct. Reporting channels are available for employees and relevant third parties, and concerns may be raised confidentially or anonymously where permitted. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled with sensitivity. Retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith is not tolerated.

All reports are reviewed by appropriate personnel, and action may include internal investigation, supplier engagement, remediation, or referral to the proper authorities. We aim to create an environment where speaking up is supported and where problems can be identified early. This is a key part of strengthening our anti-slavery controls and safeguarding vulnerable people.

Where a case involves a supplier or contractor, we work to establish facts, protect affected individuals, and determine whether immediate corrective measures are required. Our goal is not only compliance but also meaningful prevention. In this way, Eltham Storage seeks to ensure that respect for human dignity remains central to all commercial relationships.

Monitoring, Review, and Improvement

The effectiveness of our approach is monitored through management oversight, policy checks, training records, audit outcomes, and incident reporting trends. We recognise that modern slavery risks can change over time, particularly when we expand services, appoint new suppliers, or enter new markets. For that reason, we keep our controls under regular review and update them when necessary.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains accurate, relevant, and aligned with legal obligations and best practice. The review considers changes in risk profile, audit findings, whistleblowing reports, and any lessons learned from due diligence activities. We use these findings to improve our processes and strengthen our commitment to ethical operations.

Eltham Storage remains dedicated to preventing exploitation in all its forms. By maintaining a zero-tolerance policy, carrying out supplier audits, providing clear reporting channels, and completing an annual review, we continue to reinforce a responsible and resilient approach to tackling modern slavery. Our commitment is ongoing, practical, and embedded in the way we work.