Modern Slavery Statement for Limehouse Storage

Limehouse Storage is committed to conducting business with integrity, dignity, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We believe that every person should work freely and safely, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of modern slavery.

Our approach applies to all parts of the business, including procurement, facilities management, logistics, and third-party service providers. We expect employees, contractors, and suppliers to share our commitment to ethical conduct. In line with our values, we review employment practices, supplier relationships, and business processes to help ensure that modern slavery risks are identified and addressed promptly.

We recognise that the storage and property sectors may involve complex supply chains, temporary labour, and outsourced services. For that reason, we take a proactive approach to due diligence. Any concerns about labour conditions, worker treatment, recruitment practices, or irregular subcontracting are assessed seriously. Where needed, we escalate issues immediately and take corrective action to protect vulnerable workers.

Our Policies and Governance

Our anti-slavery commitments are supported by internal policies covering ethical procurement, fair employment, and responsible supplier management. These policies require that all work be carried out voluntarily, that wages are paid lawfully, and that no worker is subjected to coercion, debt bondage, or withheld identity documents. Managers are responsible for ensuring compliance, while senior leadership oversees implementation and accountability.

Limehouse Storage also provides training to relevant staff so they can recognise warning signs of exploitation. Training includes indicators such as unusual recruitment fees, restricted movement, lack of access to personal documents, and unsafe working conditions. This helps create a culture where employees understand their role in preventing abuse and supporting lawful, respectful working practices.

Our governance framework is reviewed to ensure it remains effective and proportionate. We expect clear records, transparent decision-making, and prompt reporting of concerns. If any supplier or business partner is found to have breached our standards, we may suspend the relationship, require remedial action, or terminate the agreement depending on the seriousness of the issue.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

We conduct supplier audits to assess compliance with our ethical standards and to identify modern slavery risks in the supply chain. These audits may include document reviews, risk-based site visits, interviews with management, and checks on labour practices. Higher-risk suppliers are subject to enhanced scrutiny, particularly where work is seasonal, subcontracted, or reliant on migrant labour.

Before engaging new suppliers, we evaluate their policies, workforce controls, and evidence of responsible recruitment. We also require suppliers to confirm that they do not use forced, bonded, or trafficked labour. If concerns arise, we investigate further and seek assurances backed by evidence. This process is designed to strengthen our modern slavery prevention measures and maintain trust across the supply chain.

Audits are not treated as a one-time exercise. Findings are tracked, corrective actions are monitored, and repeat issues are escalated. We also encourage suppliers to carry out their own checks on subcontractors and labour providers, ensuring that our standards are upheld beyond direct contracts. This layered approach supports continuous improvement and responsible sourcing.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Limehouse Storage provides internal reporting channels so that employees and contractors can raise concerns safely and without fear of retaliation. Reports may be made through management lines, human resources, or designated compliance routes. All concerns are treated confidentially where possible, investigated promptly, and handled with appropriate sensitivity.

We encourage anyone who suspects exploitation, unsafe recruitment, document retention, or unlawful working practices to speak up. Our policy makes clear that retaliation against whistleblowers will not be tolerated. Protecting those who raise concerns is essential to maintaining an ethical workplace and identifying risks before they become entrenched.

When a report is received, we assess the facts, preserve relevant information, and determine the best course of action. Where necessary, we engage with suppliers, labour providers, or authorities to address the issue. This commitment to transparency ensures that our zero-tolerance policy is more than a statement; it is a practical standard guiding daily decisions.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains current, effective, and aligned with legal requirements and best practice. The review considers audit results, reported concerns, supplier performance, training completion, and any changes in risk profile. Lessons learned are used to strengthen our controls and improve our response.

As part of each annual review, we assess whether additional due diligence, updated training, or revised supplier conditions are needed. We also consider emerging risks in recruitment, outsourcing, and subcontracting arrangements. By revisiting our approach every year, we demonstrate a long-term commitment to responsible business conduct and the protection of human rights.

Limehouse Storage remains steadfast in its mission to prevent modern slavery in all forms. Through strong governance, supplier audits, clear reporting channels, and an annual review process, we work to ensure that our operations reflect respect, accountability, and integrity. Our commitment is ongoing, and we will continue to strengthen our safeguards wherever risks may exist.