Modern Slavery Statement for Northharrow Storage
Northharrow Storage is committed to conducting business with integrity, respect, and responsibility. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that Northharrow Storage has a duty to uphold human rights and to ensure that every person involved in our business is treated with dignity.
Our zero-tolerance policy applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and business partners. We do not accept any form of exploitation, coercion, debt bondage, or abusive labour practice. This position is embedded in our internal policies, procurement processes, and supplier expectations. Any breach of this principle may result in immediate investigation and, where necessary, termination of the business relationship.
To support this commitment, Northharrow Storage conducts due diligence before engaging new suppliers and periodically reviews existing relationships. We expect our partners to share our standards and to demonstrate compliance with relevant labour laws and ethical sourcing requirements. Supplier audits are carried out on a risk-based basis, with attention given to geographic risk, sector risk, and indicators of vulnerable working conditions. These audits may include document checks, site visits, and follow-up reviews where concerns are identified.
Our governance framework ensures that concerns about modern slavery are taken seriously and escalated appropriately. Employees are trained to recognise signs of exploitation and to understand their responsibilities under this policy. We encourage a culture of vigilance so that any suspicious behaviour can be identified early. In addition, procurement teams are instructed to assess labour standards as part of supplier selection and renewal decisions, reinforcing the expectations of Northharrow Storage across the supply chain.
We provide clear reporting channels so that employees, contractors, and supply chain workers can raise concerns safely and in good faith. Reports may be made through internal management routes or other designated mechanisms established for the purpose of protecting individuals from retaliation. All concerns are reviewed promptly, confidentially where appropriate, and investigated in line with our procedures. Where risks are confirmed, we take corrective action, which may include support for affected workers, supplier remediation plans, or cessation of trading.
Northharrow Storage also seeks to improve awareness through ongoing training and communication. Relevant teams receive guidance on identifying warning signs such as withholding of documents, excessive working hours, wage deductions, or restricted freedom of movement. By maintaining clear standards and consistent oversight, our storage business aims to reduce the possibility that modern slavery could be hidden within routine commercial activity.
This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, proportionate, and aligned with legal and ethical expectations. During each review, we assess emerging risks, the outcome of supplier audits, any reported concerns, and the effectiveness of remediation measures. The findings help us refine our approach and strengthen controls across procurement, operations, and governance. The annual review also confirms our ongoing commitment to transparency and continuous improvement.
Northharrow Storage will continue to strengthen its measures against modern slavery through robust oversight, responsible sourcing, and decisive action where risks arise. We expect every individual and organisation connected with our business to uphold these standards. Through this statement, Northharrow Storage reaffirms its dedication to ethical conduct and to protecting human rights throughout its modern slavery prevention programme.