Modern Slavery Statement for Cricklewood Storage

Cricklewood Storage is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. We recognise that modern slavery, including forced labour, human trafficking, debt bondage, and child exploitation, is a severe violation of basic dignity. This statement sets out the steps taken by Cricklewood Storage to prevent, detect, and respond to risks of modern slavery within our operations and supply chain.

Our approach is built on a zero-tolerance policy. We do not accept any form of slavery, servitude, coerced labour, or exploitation in any part of our business. All employees, contractors, and suppliers are expected to uphold this standard. Any breach may lead to immediate corrective action, suspension of work, or termination of the relationship where appropriate.

We carry out due diligence on relevant suppliers and service providers to reduce the risk of abuse in our supply chains. This includes reviewing business practices, assessing labour standards, and considering the geography and sector in which a supplier operates. Where a higher risk is identified, Cricklewood Storage may request further evidence, additional assurances, or an improvement plan before continuing the relationship.

Supplier audits are an important part of our risk management process. We may conduct announced or unannounced audits, either directly or through qualified third parties, to verify compliance with our expectations. These supplier audits can include document checks, interviews, and site observations to identify signs of unethical recruitment, excessive working hours, withheld wages, or unsafe conditions. Findings are recorded and reviewed, and where issues are found, we expect prompt remediation.

We also require suppliers to confirm that they comply with applicable employment, immigration, and health and safety laws. Modern slavery risks can arise in complex supply chains, particularly where labour is sourced through intermediaries or subcontractors. For that reason, Cricklewood Storage seeks to promote responsible procurement, encourage transparency, and support continuous improvement across all relevant relationships.

Training plays a key role in prevention. Staff involved in recruitment, procurement, facilities, and contract management receive guidance on recognising warning signs of exploitation. These signs may include unusual control over workers, restricted movement, retention of identity documents, or inconsistent pay arrangements. By improving awareness, we strengthen our ability to spot and address risk early.

Reporting Concerns and Protecting Whistleblowers

Cricklewood Storage has established reporting channels so concerns can be raised without fear of retaliation. Employees, contractors, and other relevant parties are encouraged to report suspected misconduct through internal management routes or formal grievance procedures. Reports may be made confidentially, and all concerns are treated seriously, investigated appropriately, and handled with discretion.

We are committed to protecting whistleblowers and anyone who raises a concern in good faith. Retaliation, intimidation, or victimisation will not be tolerated. Where credible concerns are identified, we will take proportionate action, which may include temporary suspension of a supplier, targeted investigation, engagement with specialists, or referral to the relevant authorities.

When an issue is confirmed, our response focuses on remedy and prevention. This may involve requiring a supplier to improve recruitment practices, repay unlawfully withheld wages, remove fees charged to workers, or strengthen oversight of subcontractors. If satisfactory progress is not made, we reserve the right to end the relationship in order to maintain our ethical standards.

Governance, Review, and Continuous Improvement

This statement is supported by internal governance and accountability. Leadership reviews modern slavery risk as part of wider compliance and responsible business oversight. Responsibilities are shared across relevant teams so that procurement decisions, contractor management, and operational controls reflect our anti-slavery commitments. We aim to build a culture where ethical conduct is embedded in everyday practice.

An annual review is conducted to assess the effectiveness of our measures and to identify opportunities for improvement. During this review, we consider audit outcomes, reported concerns, supplier performance, training completion, and any emerging risks within the sectors we engage with. The review informs updates to policy, procedures, and due diligence processes for the following year.

Cricklewood Storage understands that addressing modern slavery requires vigilance, consistency, and willingness to act. Through a zero-tolerance stance, supplier audits, accessible reporting channels, and annual review, we seek to protect workers, uphold legal and ethical standards, and reduce the risk of exploitation across our business and supply chain.