Modern Slavery Statement for Harrowweald Storage

Harrowweald Storage is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and with respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can affect many sectors, and we maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any form of exploitation.

Our commitment applies to every level of the organisation, from procurement and warehousing to subcontracted services and external suppliers. We expect all employees, contractors, and business partners to uphold the same standards. As part of our Harrowweald Storage modern slavery approach, we promote fair working conditions, lawful employment practices, and clear accountability. We also ensure that our internal policies support ethical decision-making and immediate escalation of concerns.

To reduce risk, Harrowweald Storage undertakes proportionate due diligence when engaging with suppliers and service providers. This includes reviewing business credentials, assessing labour practices, and where necessary carrying out supplier audits. These audits may involve document checks, site visits, interviews, and verification of employment records. If concerns are identified, we require corrective action, increased monitoring, or termination of the relationship where appropriate.

Our modern slavery controls are designed to identify and address risk early. We pay particular attention to sectors and geographies where labour exploitation is more likely, as well as to services involving temporary labour, transport, cleaning, security, and other outsourced functions. Harrowweald Storage expects suppliers to maintain transparent recruitment processes, lawful pay arrangements, and freedom from coercion. We also ask them to cascade these expectations throughout their own supply chains.

Training and awareness are important parts of our prevention strategy. Relevant team members receive guidance on recognising indicators of forced labour, unsafe recruitment, document retention, debt bondage, and restricted movement. This helps strengthen our Harrowweald Storage slavery statement commitments and supports informed action when concerns arise. We aim to build a culture in which ethical practice is understood as a shared responsibility rather than a single compliance task.

We provide multiple reporting channels so that concerns can be raised safely and in confidence. Employees and third parties may report suspected modern slavery through management, HR, compliance, or other designated internal routes. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled with discretion. Retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith is not tolerated, and we will take appropriate action where misconduct is found.

If a report or audit reveals possible exploitation, Harrowweald Storage will respond without delay. Our response may include suspending a supplier relationship, requesting evidence of remediation, engaging specialist advice, or notifying the relevant authorities where required. We are committed to ensuring that any vulnerable individuals are protected and that corrective measures address the root cause of the issue. This practical response reinforces our zero-tolerance policy and our wider duty of care.

We recognise that preventing modern slavery is an ongoing process, and our controls must remain effective as our business evolves. Therefore, this statement is subject to an annual review by senior management. The review considers legal updates, audit findings, reported concerns, supplier performance, and opportunities to improve due diligence. Where needed, we update procedures, training, and monitoring arrangements to maintain robust standards across the business.

Harrowweald Storage will continue to strengthen its approach to ethical sourcing and responsible operations. Through clear governance, supplier oversight, employee awareness, and effective escalation procedures, we aim to minimise the risk of labour abuse in our activities and supply chain. This Harrowweald Storage modern slavery statement reflects our ongoing commitment to act with integrity, protect human dignity, and ensure that modern slavery has no place in our business.