Modern Slavery Statement for Berrylands Storage
Berrylands 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, human trafficking, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can affect many sectors, and we take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of abuse, coercion, or unlawful work practices. Our policies apply to all staff, contractors, and suppliers associated with Berrylands Storage.
Our Commitment and Risk Awareness
As a responsible storage provider, Berrylands Storage expects every person and organisation we work with to uphold fair, lawful, and ethical standards. We review the nature of our business relationships to identify areas where risks may arise, particularly in recruitment, labour provision, outsourced services, and the movement of goods. Where concerns are identified, we act promptly to investigate, address, and, where necessary, end the relationship. This proactive approach supports a safer and more accountable Berrylands Storage modern slavery policy.
Our supplier management process is central to reducing risk. We require suppliers to confirm that they comply with labour laws and operate without forced, bonded, or child labour. Supplier audits are carried out on a risk-based basis, which may include document checks, site visits, questionnaires, and follow-up reviews. We expect suppliers to maintain accurate records, provide evidence of worker protections, and demonstrate that wages, working hours, and conditions meet legal requirements. If a supplier fails to meet these standards, we will work with them on corrective actions or remove them from our approved list.
Due Diligence and Recruitment Practices
Berrylands Storage also applies due diligence when engaging new suppliers and service partners. We assess modern slavery risks during onboarding and periodically thereafter, ensuring that our expectations are clearly communicated. Internally, we verify that employment practices are transparent, voluntary, and free from intimidation. Any use of labour intermediaries must be carefully checked to ensure workers are not charged fees, threatened, or placed in debt bondage. These controls help reinforce a resilient Berrylands Storage slavery prevention framework.
Training and awareness are important parts of our response. Staff involved in procurement, hiring, and operational oversight receive guidance on recognising warning signs such as restricted movement, withheld identity documents, unusual payment arrangements, or signs of coercion. We encourage an environment where concerns can be raised early and handled discreetly. Our reporting channels allow employees, contractors, and suppliers to report suspected issues without fear of retaliation. Reports are reviewed promptly, investigated confidentially, and escalated where appropriate so that action can be taken.
Governance, Monitoring, and Improvement
Oversight of this statement sits with senior management, who are responsible for monitoring compliance and ensuring the business remains aligned with our ethical commitments. We review the effectiveness of our controls through regular checks, supplier assessments, and internal discussions. Where weaknesses are found, we update procedures and strengthen safeguards. This ongoing work reflects our commitment to the continuous improvement of Berrylands Storage modern slavery controls across the business.
Berrylands Storage will conduct an annual review of this statement and the measures supporting it. The review considers legal developments, changes in supply chain risk, audit outcomes, incidents reported through our channels, and the effectiveness of training and due diligence. We use the findings to refine our approach, set priorities for the coming year, and make sure our commitments remain practical and effective. This process ensures that our response to modern slavery remains current, credible, and properly governed.
In summary, Berrylands Storage is dedicated to preventing exploitation in all forms and to promoting ethical conduct throughout our operations and supply chains. By maintaining a zero-tolerance policy, strengthening supplier audits, keeping clear reporting channels open, and completing an annual review, we aim to uphold the highest standards of responsibility. Our Berrylands Storage modern slavery statement reflects a lasting commitment to protecting human rights and supporting fair working conditions.