Storage Hampton Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Storage Hampton has taken, and continues to take, to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our business operations and supply chains. Storage Hampton is committed to operating ethically and with integrity in all our relationships, ensuring respect for human rights and lawful working practices.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Storage Hampton maintains a clear zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, servitude, human trafficking, and child labour. We do not accept any form of exploitation in our own operations or in any part of our supply chain. All staff, contractors, and suppliers are expected to act in accordance with this commitment and with applicable legislation on modern slavery and human rights.
Our zero-tolerance stance is embedded in our core values, policies, and contractual arrangements. We expect all business partners to share and uphold these standards, and we reserve the right to terminate relationships with any party found to be in breach of our anti-slavery expectations.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Storage Hampton provides storage facilities and related services. Our supply chains include providers of property maintenance, security, cleaning, equipment, technology, and professional services. While the inherent risk of modern slavery may vary across these categories, we adopt a risk-based but consistently vigilant approach across all suppliers and contractors.
We aim to work with reputable partners who can demonstrate their own commitment to preventing modern slavery, including ethical sourcing and fair employment practices. New suppliers are assessed with these standards in mind before any significant engagement is approved.
Supplier Standards and Audits
To support our zero-tolerance policy, Storage Hampton has established supplier standards that set out expectations on labour practices, working conditions, and human rights. These standards form part of our procurement and contracting processes and are communicated to relevant suppliers.
We conduct periodic supplier audits, focusing particularly on higher-risk categories or geographies. These audits may include requests for documentation, questionnaires, and where appropriate, on-site visits. If any concerns are identified, we require corrective actions within a reasonable timeframe and may conduct follow-up checks to ensure progress. When serious non-compliance is identified and cannot be remedied promptly and effectively, we may suspend or terminate the relationship.
Training and Awareness
Storage Hampton provides targeted training and guidance to relevant employees, especially those involved in procurement, facilities management, and supplier oversight. Training covers how to recognise signs of modern slavery, how to engage suppliers on ethical issues, and how to escalate any concerns appropriately.
We also promote awareness of modern slavery risks among our wider workforce, reinforcing our values and the importance of transparency, vigilance, and responsible business practices.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Storage Hampton encourages all employees, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to raise concerns about potential modern slavery or unethical practices without fear of retaliation. Concerns can be reported through internal management channels or via our whistleblowing procedures.
All reported concerns are treated seriously, handled sensitively, and, where appropriate, investigated. We will take prompt and proportionate action to address substantiated issues, which may include working with suppliers to achieve remediation, involving external advisers, or reporting matters to relevant authorities where necessary.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
We recognise that combating modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility that requires continuous improvement. Storage Hampton regularly reviews its policies, supplier standards, and risk assessment processes to strengthen our approach over time. We seek to learn from emerging good practice, regulatory developments, and stakeholder feedback.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed and updated annually by Storage Hampton’s leadership. As part of that review, we assess the effectiveness of our actions, including audit findings, training coverage, and any incidents or concerns raised. Where opportunities for improvement are identified, we incorporate them into our action plans for the following year.
This Statement has been approved by the leadership of Storage Hampton and represents our current position and commitments in relation to modern slavery and human trafficking.
