Modern Slavery Statement for Leytonstone Storage

Leytonstone 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 slavery, forced labour, servitude, and human trafficking from taking place in any part of our operations or supply chain. We recognise that ethical conduct is essential to maintaining trust with customers, suppliers, and the wider community.

Our Leytonstone Storage modern slavery commitment is built on a zero-tolerance policy. This means we do not accept any form of exploitation, whether direct or indirect, and we expect the same high standards from everyone who works with us. We take a proactive approach to identifying risks and ensuring that our business practices support dignity, fairness, and lawful employment.

We apply these principles across all areas of the organisation, including procurement, contractor management, and supplier engagement. Every storage service supplier is expected to comply with applicable labour laws, provide safe working conditions, and ensure that workers are employed voluntarily and paid fairly. Where concerns arise, we act promptly and decisively.

Our Policies and Governance

To support our Leytonstone Storage anti-slavery policy, we maintain internal procedures that guide decision-making and risk management. These procedures include checks during supplier onboarding, periodic risk assessments, and management oversight of any issues linked to labour exploitation. Training is provided where needed so that staff can recognise warning signs and understand how to escalate concerns responsibly.

We expect all employees and business partners to uphold our values and to avoid practices that may create vulnerability, such as withholding identity documents, charging recruitment fees, or restricting freedom of movement. Our governance framework is designed to ensure that modern slavery risks are considered alongside other compliance matters, particularly when selecting third-party providers.

The modern slavery policy at Leytonstone Storage is reviewed to ensure it remains relevant, practical, and aligned with current legislation. We believe that prevention is more effective than reaction, so our policies emphasise early intervention, consistent oversight, and clear accountability at every level of the business.

Supplier Audits and Risk Management

Supplier relationships are a key focus of our due diligence programme. We conduct supplier audits and assessments proportionate to the level of risk presented by each supplier, taking into account geography, service type, and labour model. These audits may include document reviews, contract checks, and verification of employment and recruitment practices.

When our review identifies a potential risk, we work with the supplier to implement corrective action within a reasonable timeframe. If a supplier fails to meet our requirements or is unwilling to improve, we reserve the right to suspend or end the relationship. This approach supports the credibility of our modern slavery framework and reinforces the expectation that ethical performance is non-negotiable.

We also encourage suppliers to maintain their own controls and to cascade appropriate standards through their subcontractors. In this way, the Leytonstone Storage statement on modern slavery extends beyond direct suppliers and helps reduce exposure to hidden labour abuses deeper in the supply chain.

Reporting Channels and Annual Review

We want concerns to be raised without fear of retaliation. Staff, contractors, and suppliers are encouraged to report any suspected breach of our zero-tolerance policy through the internal reporting channels established by the business. Reports may be made confidentially and will be treated seriously, investigated appropriately, and handled with sensitivity.

Any allegation or sign of forced labour, coercion, or other abuse is escalated to senior management for review. Where necessary, we cooperate with relevant authorities and take immediate steps to protect affected individuals and to preserve evidence. This reporting culture helps ensure that the Leytonstone Storage modern slavery statement is supported by practical action rather than principle alone.

This statement is reviewed annually to reflect changes in legislation, operational risk, and industry practice. The annual review allows us to assess the effectiveness of our controls, update supplier standards, and strengthen training or audit processes where needed. By continually improving, Leytonstone Storage reaffirms its commitment to ethical operations and to preventing modern slavery in all forms.