Modern Slavery Statement for Bow Storage

Bow Storage is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and child labour within our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can occur in many forms and across many sectors, and we take a zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that exploits or harms people. Our position is clear: no commercial objective justifies abuse, coercion, or unlawful labour practices.

Our commitment and governance

As part of our ethical standards, Bow Storage expects all employees, contractors, and business partners to uphold lawful and responsible practices. We require our teams to act with diligence when selecting suppliers and when managing relationships with third parties. The Bow Storage modern slavery approach is embedded into procurement, onboarding, and ongoing oversight processes so that risks are identified early and addressed decisively. We understand that vigilance is essential, particularly where services involve labour-intensive work, subcontracting, or cross-border supply chains.

Our governance framework places responsibility for modern slavery prevention with senior management, who review risk controls and ensure accountability across the business. Training and internal awareness are used to help staff recognise warning signs such as unusual recruitment fees, restricted movement, withheld documents, or signs of intimidation. We also expect any suspected breach to be escalated immediately so that appropriate action can be taken without delay.

Supplier due diligence and audits

Bow Storage carries out proportionate due diligence on suppliers before entering into arrangements and throughout the relationship. This includes reviewing modern slavery risk indicators, evaluating labour practices, and seeking assurances that suppliers comply with applicable laws and ethical standards. Where risk is elevated, we may require additional documentation, worker welfare checks, or contractual commitments designed to reinforce compliance. Supplier audits are an important part of this process, and we reserve the right to conduct audits directly or through qualified third parties.

These supplier audits may include site visits, document reviews, interviews, and assessments of recruitment and employment practices. If concerns are found, Bow Storage expects prompt corrective action, clear remediation timelines, and evidence of improvement. Where a supplier fails to cooperate or repeatedly breaches our requirements, we may suspend or terminate the relationship. Our modern slavery prevention programme is designed not only to detect risk but also to drive meaningful change where remediation is possible.

Reporting channels and protection from retaliation

We encourage all employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any suspicion or concern relating to modern slavery, exploitation, or unsafe labour practices through our internal reporting channels. Reports may be made confidentially and will be treated seriously, fairly, and promptly. Bow Storage prohibits retaliation against anyone who raises a genuine concern in good faith. This protection is central to maintaining a culture where people feel safe to speak up and where issues can be addressed before harm escalates.

When a concern is reported, it is reviewed by the appropriate internal lead and, where necessary, escalated for further investigation. Actions may include immediate risk containment, supplier engagement, support for affected individuals, or referral to relevant authorities if required. We recognise that modern slavery can be hidden and complex; therefore, clear reporting routes and strong follow-up processes are essential to our response.

Monitoring, review, and continuous improvement

Bow Storage is committed to continuous improvement in relation to modern slavery prevention. We monitor the effectiveness of our controls, review supplier performance, and update our procedures to reflect changes in legislation, business activities, and supply chain risk. This includes strengthening due diligence, refining audit methods, and improving staff awareness where needed. We also expect our suppliers to adopt similar standards and to work actively toward responsible labour practices across their own operations.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure that it remains accurate, relevant, and aligned with Bow Storage’s risk profile and ethical expectations. The annual review considers lessons learned from audits, investigations, supplier assessments, and any reported concerns. It also confirms whether our zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, and reporting channels continue to function effectively. Where improvements are identified, Bow Storage will update its controls and reinforce its commitments accordingly.

Bow Storage understands that preventing modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility requiring diligence, transparency, and strong leadership. We will continue to strengthen our safeguards, maintain a robust Bow Storage modern slavery statement, and promote ethical conduct throughout our operations and supply chain. Through consistent application of our policies, regular review, and decisive action, we aim to help ensure that every person connected to our business is treated with dignity and respect.