Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Newbarnet

Man With Van Newbarnet is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. We recognise that modern slavery, including forced labour, child labour, servitude, and human trafficking, remains a serious global issue. As a responsible removals and transport business, we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of exploitation within our operations and supply chain.

Our approach is grounded in prevention, accountability, and continuous improvement. We expect all employees, contractors, and business partners to uphold the same standards. This Modern Slavery Statement reflects our commitment to identifying risks, responding appropriately to concerns, and taking decisive action where violations may occur.

We do not accept the use of hidden, coerced, or unsafe labour in any part of our activities. Whether services are delivered directly or through third parties, Man With Van Newbarnet requires compliance with applicable labour laws and ethical employment practices.

Our Policies and Controls

To support our zero-tolerance position, Man With Van Newbarnet applies internal policies covering recruitment, worker treatment, working hours, wages, and health and safety. These controls are designed to reduce the risk of exploitation and ensure that all workers are treated with dignity. We also train relevant staff to recognise warning signs such as restricted movement, withheld documents, unsafe accommodation, or payment irregularities.

Our modern slavery commitments are embedded into procurement and operational decisions. We aim to work only with suppliers that share our ethical standards and can demonstrate responsible employment practices. If concerns arise, we investigate promptly and reserve the right to suspend or end a relationship where serious non-compliance is identified.

We take a risk-based approach to oversight, focusing on areas where vulnerabilities are more likely to appear, such as subcontracted labour, temporary staffing, logistics support, and low-wage service arrangements. This helps us respond proactively rather than reactively.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

Supplier diligence is a key part of the Man With Van Newbarnet modern slavery policy. Before engaging new suppliers, we assess their labour practices, reputation, and contractual commitment to ethical standards. We may request declarations, policy evidence, and workforce information where appropriate.

We conduct supplier audits on a periodic and risk-based basis. These audits may include document reviews, verification of employment arrangements, and checks for indicators of coercion or unlawful working conditions. Where a supplier fails to meet our expectations, we require corrective action within a defined timeframe.

In addition to formal audits, we monitor ongoing supplier performance through contract management and periodic reviews. Modern slavery prevention is not treated as a one-time check, but as an ongoing responsibility. We expect suppliers to maintain accurate records, cooperate with assessments, and notify us of any concerns that may affect compliance.

Reporting Channels and Escalation

We encourage all workers, contractors, and suppliers to report any suspected modern slavery concerns immediately. Reports may relate to poor treatment, coercion, debt bondage, document retention, deceptive recruitment, or any other abusive practice. All concerns are treated seriously and handled as confidentially as possible.

Our reporting process supports safe escalation without fear of retaliation. Individuals who raise concerns in good faith are protected from dismissal, disadvantage, or intimidation. Where appropriate, matters are escalated to senior management for review, and urgent cases are addressed without delay.

As part of our Man With Van Newbarnet modern slavery statement, we maintain a clear internal route for reporting and investigation. We also expect managers to act quickly when issues are identified, documenting actions taken and ensuring that remediation is tracked to completion.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with legal requirements and business changes. The review considers supplier audit findings, reported concerns, training activity, and any new risks linked to operations or sourcing.

Following each annual review, Man With Van Newbarnet updates its procedures where needed and strengthens controls if weaknesses are identified. We believe that meaningful progress requires regular assessment, honest reflection, and practical improvements across the business.

By maintaining a zero-tolerance policy, strengthening supplier audits, supporting reporting channels, and completing an annual review, Man With Van Newbarnet reaffirms its commitment to preventing modern slavery and protecting human rights throughout its work.