Modern Slavery Statement for Shootershill Storage
Shooterhill Storage is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the principles and actions that guide our approach to preventing modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, debt bondage, and all forms of exploitation within our operations and supply chain. We recognise that the risk of slavery and human rights abuse can exist in any sector, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that undermines human dignity.
Our commitment applies to every level of the business, including employees, contractors, agents, and third-party suppliers. We expect all those who work with or for us to comply with applicable labour laws and ethical standards. To support this, Shooterhill Storage promotes a culture of vigilance, accountability, and responsibility. We believe that a strong anti-slavery framework is essential to responsible storage operations and to protecting workers across the wider network of service providers.
We also seek to ensure that our procurement decisions reflect our ethical values. Before entering into commercial relationships, we assess the nature of the service, the location of operations, and the potential exposure to labour exploitation. This approach helps us identify areas where enhanced oversight may be required and supports our wider commitment to ethical sourcing and fair treatment throughout the supply chain.
Supplier due diligence is central to our approach. We perform proportionate supplier audits and reviews to assess labour practices, recruitment processes, subcontracting arrangements, and compliance with our standards. Where appropriate, these checks may include document review, site visits, and verification of worker welfare controls. If concerns are identified, we request corrective action and monitor progress closely. Serious or repeated breaches may result in suspension or termination of the business relationship.
As part of our governance process, we require suppliers to confirm that they do not use forced, bonded, or trafficked labour and that workers are treated fairly and lawfully. We encourage suppliers to implement their own monitoring measures and to communicate the same expectations to their subcontractors. This creates a layered defence against exploitation and helps ensure that our modern slavery controls extend beyond direct relationships.
Training and awareness are important elements of our programme. Relevant staff receive guidance on recognising warning signs, such as restricted movement, withheld documents, unusual recruitment fees, or signs of coercion. By building awareness across the organisation, we improve our ability to respond quickly and appropriately if risks arise. This helps reinforce our commitment to ethical conduct and responsible supply chain oversight.
Reporting channels are available so that concerns can be raised safely and in good faith. We encourage employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report suspected breaches, including any indication of modern slavery, retaliation, or unsafe working conditions. Reports may be made confidentially through internal management routes and other established business reporting mechanisms. All concerns are reviewed promptly, and where necessary, investigated with care, sensitivity, and respect for confidentiality.
We do not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises a concern or assists in an investigation. Protecting whistleblowers is fundamental to an effective compliance culture, because hidden exploitation can only be addressed when people feel able to speak up. If a report indicates immediate risk to a worker, we will act without delay to prevent further harm and to support appropriate remediation. Our focus is always on both accountability and the protection of vulnerable people.
Where remediation is possible, we seek to work constructively with suppliers and partners to address the issue and improve working practices. This may include revising policies, strengthening recruitment checks, improving worker communication, or increasing audit frequency. In cases where the risk cannot be managed satisfactorily, we reserve the right to end the relationship. This measured but firm response reflects our zero-tolerance stance on exploitation.
This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains current, effective, and aligned with best practice. During the review, we consider changes in legislation, operational risks, supplier performance, and any incidents or concerns raised during the year. The findings help shape improvements to our policies, controls, and training, supporting a continuous cycle of enhancement.
The annual review also allows us to measure progress and identify further opportunities to strengthen our prevention measures. As our operations evolve, we will continue to adapt our approach so that it remains proportionate and robust. We are committed to maintaining transparent oversight and to continuously improving our safeguards against modern slavery and labour exploitation.
Shooterhill Storage remains dedicated to responsible business conduct and to upholding the rights and dignity of every worker connected to our operations. Through a zero-tolerance policy, targeted supplier audits, accessible reporting channels, and an annual review process, we aim to prevent modern slavery and promote ethical, lawful working practices across our supply chain.