Storage Crystal Palace Modern Slavery Statement 2024
This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Storage Crystal Palace for the financial year ending 2024. It sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically, with integrity and transparency in all relationships, and to continuously improving our practices.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Storage Crystal Palace provides storage and related services to individual and business customers. Our operations are primarily based in the United Kingdom, and our supply chains include facilities management, building maintenance, security, cleaning services, utilities, equipment, and professional services. Although we operate in a sector that is considered relatively low risk for modern slavery, we recognise that no organisation is exempt from this risk.
Zero-Tolerance Approach
We adopt a clear zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking. This commitment applies to our own activities and to everyone we do business with, including contractors, suppliers, and other third parties. Any suspected breach of this policy will be investigated promptly. Where appropriate, we will suspend or terminate relationships with any party that is found to be involved in modern slavery or unwilling to work towards necessary improvements.
Policies and Governance
Our zero-tolerance stance is supported by internal policies covering ethical conduct, recruitment, and procurement. These policies are approved by senior management and communicated to all employees. We are committed to fair recruitment practices, ensuring that all workers are employed voluntarily and can leave their employment with reasonable notice. We do not charge recruitment fees, and we do not tolerate the withholding of identity documents or wages.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We expect our suppliers and contractors to share our commitment to preventing modern slavery. Our supplier standards require compliance with all applicable labour and human rights laws, the prohibition of forced labour, and the provision of safe and fair working conditions. When entering into new contracts, we assess suppliers on their ethical and labour practices where proportionate to the nature and risk profile of the goods or services provided.
We conduct risk-based supplier checks and audits to verify that standards are being met. These may include requests for policy documentation, questionnaires, site visits, and ongoing performance reviews. Where we identify concerns, we will work with the supplier to create a corrective action plan and monitor progress. If meaningful improvement is not achieved within an agreed timeframe, we may end the commercial relationship.
Training and Awareness
We provide training and guidance to relevant employees so they can understand the signs of modern slavery and know how to respond to concerns. Training is focused on employees involved in procurement, facilities management, and supplier relationships. We also promote awareness across the wider workforce, reinforcing the importance of ethical behaviour and our zero-tolerance policy.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Storage Crystal Palace encourages the reporting of any concerns related to modern slavery, whether within our own operations or in our supply chains. Employees, contractors, and other stakeholders can raise concerns in person to management or through existing internal reporting and whistleblowing channels. Reports can be made confidentially, and we do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith.
All reports are taken seriously and investigated appropriately. Where necessary, we will engage with external advisers or relevant authorities. Findings from investigations are used to strengthen our controls and prevent recurrence.
Monitoring, Review and Continuous Improvement
We recognise that combating modern slavery requires ongoing vigilance and continuous improvement. We regularly review our risk assessments, policies, and procedures to ensure they remain effective and proportionate to our operations and supply chains. Key risk areas are kept under scrutiny, and we seek opportunities to enhance our due diligence and supplier engagement processes.
This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed, updated, and approved by senior management on an annual basis, or more frequently where necessary due to changes in legislation, business activities, or identified risks. Our objective is to strengthen our defences against modern slavery each year and to promote responsible practices across our supply chains.
This statement has been approved by the leadership of Storage Crystal Palace and represents our current approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking.
