Modern Slavery Statement
Modern Slavery Statement for Man with Van Greenford
Man with Van Greenford is committed to conducting all aspects of our business in a responsible and ethical manner. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation from occurring within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that the removals and logistics sector can be exposed to labour risks and we are committed to actively identifying, managing, and mitigating these risks.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Approach
We have a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. This applies to every aspect of our business, including our workforce, subcontractors, and suppliers. We will not knowingly engage with any organisation involved in, or connected to, practices that exploit workers or violate fundamental human rights. Where we identify credible concerns, we will act promptly to investigate and, where necessary, terminate relationships that do not meet our standards.
All individuals working for or with Man with Van Greenford, whether as employees, contractors, or agency workers, are expected to uphold this commitment. We aim to foster a culture where ethical conduct is the norm and where everyone understands their role in preventing exploitation.
Supply Chain Standards and Supplier Audits
Our supply chain includes providers of vehicles, fuel, equipment, storage services, and labour support. We are strengthening our processes to ensure that all suppliers and subcontractors align with our values and comply with applicable modern slavery and human rights laws.
We are implementing a supplier due diligence process that includes:
Requesting confirmation from key suppliers that they have policies and procedures in place to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in their own operations and supply chains.
Incorporating clear expectations regarding labour standards, working conditions, and the prohibition of forced or compulsory labour into our supplier terms and conditions where appropriate.
Conducting risk-based supplier audits and reviews, which may include requesting documentation, carrying out interviews, and reviewing working practices to identify potential indicators of exploitation.
If a supplier is found to be in breach of our modern slavery standards, we will work with them to implement corrective actions within a reasonable timeframe. If improvement is not possible or forthcoming, we will consider ending the commercial relationship.
Reporting Channels and Raising Concerns
We encourage anyone who works for or with Man with Van Greenford, as well as members of the public, to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery or unethical labour practices connected to our business or supply chain.
Concerns can be raised directly with management or through designated internal reporting channels. Reports may be made confidentially, and we will treat all concerns seriously and sensitively. We will not tolerate any form of retaliation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith, and we are committed to protecting whistleblowers.
Upon receiving a report, we will investigate promptly and take appropriate action, which may include engaging with suppliers, supporting affected individuals, and reporting matters to relevant authorities where required.
Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement
We are working to increase awareness among our staff about the risks of modern slavery and how to identify signs of exploitation, particularly within transport, logistics, and manual labour roles. Training and guidance are being developed to help our team understand their responsibilities and to ensure that modern slavery considerations are built into day-to-day decision making.
We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing process. We are committed to reviewing and improving our controls, supplier oversight, and staff awareness over time.
Monitoring and Annual Review
This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed annually by the management of Man with Van Greenford. The review will consider any incidents reported, outcomes of supplier audits, changes in legislation, and emerging best practices in ethical supply chain management.
Following each review, we will update our policies, procedures, and training as needed to enhance our approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking. By doing so, we aim to ensure that our practices remain effective, relevant, and aligned with our core values of respect, fairness, and responsibility.
This statement represents our current position on modern slavery and reflects our ongoing commitment to protecting the rights and dignity of every individual connected to our business.
