Modern Slavery Statement for Woodgreen Storage

Woodgreen Storage is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, 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 in our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can occur in many forms and across many industries, and we take a zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that undermines human dignity. Our approach is grounded in vigilance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

As a responsible storage provider, Woodgreen Storage seeks to ensure that all people connected to our business are treated with dignity and respect. We expect our employees, contractors, and business partners to uphold the same standards. This statement applies to our direct operations and to the wider network of suppliers and service providers that support Woodgreen Storage. We actively work to identify risks, strengthen controls, and respond quickly if concerns arise.

Our governance framework supports clear oversight of modern slavery risks. Senior management reviews key compliance matters and promotes ethical conduct throughout the organisation. We require staff to follow internal policies that reinforce lawful employment practices, fair recruitment, and transparent working conditions. Where appropriate, we include modern slavery expectations in contractual arrangements so that our partners understand that compliance is not optional.

Supplier due diligence is central to the Woodgreen Storage anti-slavery strategy. Before engaging with a supplier, we assess the nature of the services or goods provided, the country of origin, and any indicators of elevated risk. We also conduct supplier audits and periodic reviews to evaluate labour practices, documentation, and workplace standards. These checks help us identify weaknesses early and encourage corrective action where needed. If a supplier fails to meet our expectations, we may require improvements, suspend engagement, or end the relationship.

Training and awareness are equally important. Relevant employees are informed about the signs of modern slavery, including restricted movement, withheld wages, intimidation, and unsafe conditions. By improving awareness, Woodgreen Storage strengthens its ability to recognise and address concerns promptly. We also aim to foster a culture in which ethical issues can be raised without fear and dealt with fairly. This reinforces our broader commitment to a responsible and resilient supply chain.

Woodgreen Storage provides multiple reporting channels so that employees and stakeholders can raise concerns about suspected modern slavery or unethical conduct. Reports may be made through internal management routes or designated compliance channels, depending on the nature of the concern. All reports are taken seriously, reviewed confidentially where possible, and handled with appropriate urgency. We prohibit retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith, because protecting whistleblowers is essential to an effective reporting environment.

When concerns are identified, we investigate them proportionately and take action that is suitable to the circumstances. This may include further inquiry, supplier remediation, additional monitoring, or escalation to senior management. Our objective is not only to react to problems but to prevent them from recurring. We believe that robust processes, ethical leadership, and consistent enforcement are the best safeguards against exploitation. These measures help ensure that Woodgreen Storage maintains a responsible and lawful operating environment.

We also recognise that modern slavery risks can change over time due to shifting market conditions, sourcing patterns, and regulatory developments. For that reason, this statement is subject to an annual review. Each year, Woodgreen Storage assesses the effectiveness of its controls, evaluates supplier risk trends, and considers whether additional measures are required. The review allows us to strengthen our policies, refine our audit approach, and improve staff awareness in line with current risks and best practice.

Woodgreen Storage remains committed to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement in the prevention of modern slavery. By maintaining a zero-tolerance policy, applying supplier audits, offering clear reporting channels, and reviewing our approach annually, we aim to uphold the highest ethical standards across our business. This statement reflects our ongoing commitment to protecting human rights and ensuring that modern slavery has no place in our operations or supply chains.