Modern Slavery Statement for Bedfordpark Storage

Bedfordpark 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 identify, prevent, and address the risk of slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We believe that every person has the right to work freely and safely, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of exploitation. Our commitment applies across all business activities, including procurement, facilities, logistics, and outsourced services.

Our Policy and Governance

Bedfordpark Storage has established clear internal controls to support ethical decision-making. Our leadership team is responsible for overseeing compliance with this statement, reviewing key risks, and ensuring that appropriate measures are in place. We expect all employees, contractors, and partners to act with honesty and to uphold the principles of this Bedfordpark Storage modern slavery statement. Any breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter and may result in disciplinary action or termination of business relationships. We also provide regular awareness training so that colleagues can recognise warning signs of exploitation and understand their responsibilities.

Our approach to due diligence includes assessing suppliers before engagement and monitoring them throughout the relationship. We prioritise business partners who share our values and can demonstrate fair labour practices. Where appropriate, we request information on workforce standards, recruitment practices, and site conditions. This helps us strengthen our supply chain and reduce the risk of hidden abuse. In addition, we may seek evidence of policies, training, and corrective actions to support our assessment of a supplier’s ethical performance.

Supplier Audits and Risk Management

Supplier audits are an important part of our Bedfordpark Storage slavery prevention framework. Depending on the level of risk, we may carry out document reviews, questionnaires, site visits, or third-party assessments. These audits help us identify non-compliance, gaps in labour protections, and areas where improvement is required. If concerns arise, we work with the supplier to establish a corrective action plan and set a timeline for remediation. If a supplier fails to cooperate or repeatedly breaches expectations, we reserve the right to suspend or end the relationship.

We also monitor industry trends and geographic risks that may affect our supply chain. This risk-based approach allows us to focus attention where vulnerability is highest, while maintaining proportionate controls for lower-risk relationships. Responsible sourcing is not a one-time exercise; it is an ongoing process that requires consistency, judgement, and accountability. By combining procurement checks with audit activity, we aim to create a stronger and more resilient ethical framework.

Reporting concerns is essential to the success of this policy. Bedfordpark Storage encourages anyone who suspects a violation to raise the issue promptly through our internal reporting channels. Concerns may be submitted confidentially, and we expect all reports to be handled respectfully and without retaliation. We are committed to protecting whistleblowers and to investigating allegations thoroughly, fairly, and in a timely manner. Speaking up helps protect vulnerable workers and supports the integrity of our operations.

Training, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement

We provide appropriate training to help employees understand what modern slavery is, how it can occur, and what indicators may suggest a problem. Training is tailored to roles with higher exposure to supplier management, contract oversight, or site operations. This ensures that staff can recognise suspicious labour arrangements, coercive recruitment practices, and signs of restricted movement or withheld identity documents. Awareness and vigilance are key safeguards in maintaining ethical standards.

Bedfordpark Storage reviews this statement annually to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with current law and best practice. The annual review considers changes in our business model, supplier base, risk profile, and internal controls. Where necessary, we update our procedures, strengthen audit requirements, or improve reporting mechanisms. This regular review supports our commitment to continuous improvement and reinforces our zero-tolerance stance against exploitation.

In the final analysis, our responsibility is to act with care, diligence, and resolve. Bedfordpark Storage will continue to seek better ways to prevent modern slavery, strengthen supplier oversight, and encourage a culture of openness and accountability. We recognise that meaningful progress depends on sustained attention and practical action. Through policy, monitoring, reporting, and review, we aim to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct across Bedfordpark Storage and throughout our supply chain.