Modern Slavery Statement for Sudbury Storage

Sudbury Storage is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and with respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery risks can exist in many sectors, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that exploits people or undermines their dignity.

Our commitment applies across the organisation, including management, employees, contractors, and suppliers. We expect everyone working with us to uphold the highest standards of integrity and to support our efforts to identify and reduce risk. Sudbury Storage understands that effective prevention depends on clear policies, informed people, and consistent oversight.

We carry out due diligence on relevant suppliers and service providers before entering into agreements and throughout the relationship. This includes reviewing business practices, assessing country and sector risks, and evaluating whether suppliers have their own anti-slavery controls. Where appropriate, we request evidence of labour standards, worker protections, and recruitment practices. Supplier audits are used to verify compliance and to identify any areas that require corrective action.

When a concern is raised, we investigate promptly and take proportionate action. If a supplier or partner fails to meet our standards, we will require improvement, suspend the relationship, or end it where necessary. We also seek to work collaboratively where there is a realistic opportunity to improve protections for workers. Our goal is not only compliance, but meaningful prevention of harm.

To help protect our people and supply chain, Sudbury Storage provides several reporting channels for concerns about modern slavery or unethical conduct. Reports may be made internally through management or through designated safeguarding procedures, and all concerns are treated seriously and discreetly. We encourage early reporting so that issues can be addressed before they escalate. Whistleblowers are supported and protected from retaliation wherever possible.

Training and awareness are key parts of our approach. Staff involved in procurement, operations, and supplier management receive guidance on spotting warning signs such as unusual recruitment fees, restricted movement, withholding of documents, or signs of coercion. By strengthening awareness, we improve our ability to identify risks and respond quickly and responsibly.

Sudbury Storage also works to ensure that recruitment and employment practices remain fair. We do not tolerate forced, bonded, or involuntary labour in any form, and we expect labour providers and contractors to follow the same standard. Our internal procedures are designed to promote lawful working conditions, fair treatment, and respect for personal freedom. Modern slavery prevention is embedded in our wider ethical framework.

This statement is reviewed annually to confirm that it remains effective and aligned with current legal requirements, operational changes, and emerging risk factors. The review considers incident reports, audit findings, supplier performance, and any changes in our business activities. Where improvements are identified, we update policies, training, and oversight measures accordingly.

Sudbury Storage remains committed to continuous improvement in the fight against modern slavery. We will keep strengthening our controls, monitoring our suppliers, and encouraging open reporting so that our business continues to operate with fairness, transparency, and respect for human rights. This statement reflects our ongoing responsibility to act with care and to help prevent exploitation wherever it may arise.