Modern Slavery Statement for Burroughs Storage

Burroughs Storage is committed to conducting business with integrity, respect, and responsibility. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation across our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can affect many industries, including warehousing, transport, distribution, and outsourced services, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of abuse or coercion.

As Burroughs Storage continues to grow, we remain focused on protecting workers, supporting ethical trading, and making sure our business practices reflect our values. We expect every team member, contractor, and supplier to act lawfully and responsibly. Where risks are identified, we take prompt action, which may include investigation, corrective measures, suspension of a relationship, or termination of a contract if concerns are confirmed.

Our approach begins with due diligence. We assess potential risks when selecting suppliers and service providers, with particular attention to labour practices, recruitment methods, subcontracting arrangements, and working conditions. For higher-risk categories, Burroughs Storage requires additional assurances and documentation to confirm that workers are treated fairly, are paid appropriately, and are free to leave employment without penalty or threat.

Supplier audits are an important part of our control framework. These audits may be announced or unannounced, depending on risk and circumstances, and can include document checks, site inspections, and reviews of labour records. We look for signs of forced overtime, retention of identity documents, excessive recruitment fees, unsafe accommodation, or restricted movement. Where gaps are identified, suppliers are expected to implement corrective actions within agreed timelines.

We also require our suppliers to share our commitment to ethical conduct. Contracts and onboarding processes include expectations around compliance with applicable laws, transparent employment practices, and respect for human rights. If a supplier cannot demonstrate suitable standards, Burroughs Storage may decline to work with them or may end the relationship if remediation is not possible. This helps ensure that the Burroughs Storage supply chain is not used to conceal exploitation.

Training is provided to relevant employees so they can recognise warning signs and respond appropriately. Staff involved in procurement, operations, and supplier management are encouraged to remain alert to indicators such as inconsistent wage records, reluctance to speak privately, or signs of fear and control. By building awareness, we strengthen our ability to detect issues early and respond effectively.

Reporting channels are available to support open and safe disclosure of concerns. Any employee, supplier worker, or business partner who suspects wrongdoing can raise the matter through internal reporting routes without fear of retaliation. We treat concerns seriously, investigate them proportionately, and seek to protect anyone who raises an issue in good faith. This supports a culture in which exploitation is challenged rather than ignored.

Burroughs Storage also reviews its practices in relation to recruitment, subcontracting, and labour sourcing to reduce vulnerability to modern slavery risks. We pay attention to temporary labour, outsourced logistics, and seasonal demand, where pressure on supply chains can increase the risk of unethical conduct. Our internal controls are designed to ensure that responsibility for ethical performance is clearly assigned and monitored.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, accurate, and aligned with our operational risk profile. During each review, Burroughs Storage considers incidents, audit results, supplier performance, emerging best practice, and changes in legislation. Where needed, we strengthen our policies, update training, and improve oversight to maintain a robust response to modern slavery risks.