Modern Slavery Statement for Longlands Storage
Longlands 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 slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can take many forms, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that exploits individuals or undermines their freedom and dignity.
As a responsible storage provider, Longlands Storage expects the same ethical standards from employees, contractors, and suppliers. Our approach is based on prevention, awareness, and accountability. We believe that a strong anti-slavery culture depends on clear expectations, regular oversight, and swift action where concerns arise. This statement applies to all areas of the business and reflects our ongoing commitment to ethical conduct.
We assess risk by considering the nature of our services, the locations in which we operate, and the supplier relationships that support our activities. Although the storage sector is not generally considered high risk, we remain alert to potential vulnerabilities in cleaning, maintenance, logistics, construction, and outsourced services. Our due diligence processes are designed to identify and address signs of coercion, debt bondage, illegal recruitment, or poor working conditions before they become embedded in our supply chain.
Supplier management is a central part of this statement. Longlands Storage requires key suppliers to confirm compliance with applicable labour laws and ethical standards. We conduct supplier audits where appropriate, reviewing labour practices, subcontracting arrangements, wage practices, and worker welfare. Where issues are identified, we expect corrective action plans, follow-up verification, and, if necessary, suspension or termination of the relationship.
Our procurement decisions include human rights considerations, not only price and service quality. We aim to work with suppliers who can demonstrate transparent hiring processes, lawful employment terms, and respect for worker freedom. Contracts may include anti-slavery clauses, rights of audit, and obligations to cascade these expectations to lower-tier suppliers. We also encourage suppliers to train their own teams to recognise warning signs and to uphold ethical standards throughout their operations.
Training and awareness are vital to our prevention strategy. Relevant staff receive guidance on recognising indicators of modern slavery, such as restricted movement, excessive overtime, withholding of documents, or fearfulness among workers. Managers are encouraged to remain vigilant when reviewing supplier performance or site access arrangements. By strengthening awareness, Longlands Storage improves its ability to detect risk early and respond responsibly.
We maintain several reporting channels so that concerns can be raised promptly and in good faith. Employees and external stakeholders may report suspected wrongdoing through internal management routes, compliance representatives, or confidential escalation procedures. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled with discretion. We prohibit retaliation against any person who raises a concern honestly, even if an investigation does not confirm a breach.
If a concern suggests potential modern slavery, we will act without delay. This may include suspending a supplier review, increasing site monitoring, engaging specialist support, or informing the relevant authorities where appropriate. We recognise that effective response requires both urgency and care, especially where vulnerable individuals may be involved. Our goal is to protect people first and to ensure that any remedial steps support long-term prevention.
Longlands Storage assigns responsibility for modern slavery oversight to senior management, who monitor risk controls, supplier performance, and staff awareness measures. Internal reviews consider whether policies remain effective, whether audits are sufficient, and whether training needs to be refreshed. This governance structure helps ensure that the company’s commitment is not symbolic, but embedded in everyday decision-making and business relationships.
Annual review is a key feature of our commitment. This statement, along with our related controls, is reviewed at least once every year to reflect changes in legislation, business activity, and supply chain risk. The review may lead to updates in policy wording, procurement requirements, due diligence checks, or training content. Continuous improvement is essential to maintaining an effective anti-slavery response.
Through this statement, Longlands Storage reaffirms its determination to prevent modern slavery in all forms. We will continue to promote ethical sourcing, strengthen supplier accountability, and support a culture in which concerns can be raised safely and acted upon decisively. Our responsibility is ongoing, and we remain committed to protecting human dignity across our business and supply chains.