Modern Slavery Statement for Man with Van Barnsbury
Man with Van Barnsbury is committed to conducting business in an ethical, responsible, and transparent manner. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines our approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. It applies to all workers, contractors, agency staff, and suppliers engaged with our business.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
We maintain a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, bonded labour, servitude, human trafficking, child labour, and any form of exploitation. We will not knowingly engage with any individual, organisation, or supplier that is involved in or turns a blind eye to such practices.
All team members and business partners are expected to act with integrity and to support our values of fairness, dignity, and respect. Any breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter and may lead to disciplinary action, termination of contracts, and, where appropriate, reporting to relevant authorities.
Our Operations and Supply Chains
Our core services involve the provision of man and van removals, transport, and associated logistics. While we operate mainly within the local and regional market, we recognise that modern slavery risks can exist at any level of the supply chain. This includes labour providers, vehicle hire companies, fuel suppliers, equipment manufacturers, and other service providers that support our business.
We are committed to understanding these risks and taking active steps to ensure that our business relationships reflect our ethical standards and legal obligations.
Supplier Standards and Audit Measures
We expect all suppliers and contractors to uphold standards that are consistent with our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery. As part of our risk management process, we:
Assess new suppliers based on their commitment to ethical labour practices, including compliance with relevant labour and human rights legislation. Where appropriate, we seek confirmation that suppliers have their own policies and procedures in place to prevent modern slavery.
Reserve the right to conduct audits or request information from suppliers about their working conditions, recruitment practices, and supply chains. When risks are identified, we may require suppliers to implement corrective actions within a reasonable timeframe.
Terminate relationships with suppliers or contractors who fail to meet our requirements or who refuse to address identified concerns relating to modern slavery.
Training, Awareness, and Reporting Channels
We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery among our staff, particularly those involved in recruitment, procurement, and supplier management. Guidance is provided so that team members can recognise signs of exploitation and understand how to respond.
We encourage all workers, contractors, and third parties to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery connected to our operations or supply chains. Reports can be made directly to management or through established internal reporting routes. All concerns will be taken seriously, handled sensitively, and investigated promptly wherever possible.
No one raising a concern in good faith will suffer any form of retaliation or disadvantage for doing so. We aim to foster an open culture in which people feel confident to speak up.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility that requires continuous improvement. We regularly review our policies, procedures, and supplier relationships to strengthen our approach and reduce risks.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains current, effective, and aligned with legal requirements and best practice. As our business and supply chains evolve, we will update our processes, staff guidance, and supplier expectations accordingly.
This statement has been approved by the management of Man with Van Barnsbury, who accept overall responsibility for its implementation and for ensuring that our commitment to preventing modern slavery is embedded across all areas of our business.
