Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery Statement for Man with Van West Brompton

Man with Van West Brompton is firmly committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations and supply chains. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the measures we take to identify, prevent, and address the risk of modern slavery within our business, in line with our legal and ethical responsibilities.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Man with Van West Brompton provides man and van, removals, and related logistics services. Our activities depend on a network of workers, subcontractors, vehicle providers, and suppliers of equipment and consumables. We recognise that certain parts of the transport, logistics, and labour supply sectors can be vulnerable to exploitation, especially where there are complex or multi-layered subcontracting arrangements. We therefore take proactive steps to promote transparency, fairness, and respect for human rights throughout our supply chains.

Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

We operate a clear zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, debt bondage, and child labour. This applies to all individuals working for or on behalf of Man with Van West Brompton, regardless of their role, location, or contractual status. Any form of exploitation is strictly prohibited and will result in immediate investigation and, where appropriate, termination of relationships, reporting to relevant authorities, and further remedial action.

All employees, agency workers, and subcontractors are expected to act with integrity and to uphold our commitment to human rights. We clearly communicate our stance during onboarding and through ongoing management discussions. Breaches of this Policy may result in disciplinary procedures, up to and including dismissal or the ending of contracts.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers, contractors, and business partners to share our commitment to preventing modern slavery. As part of our supplier due diligence, we assess the risk of modern slavery in potential and existing suppliers, taking into account sector, location, and the use of low-skilled or temporary labour. We require suppliers to confirm that they comply with applicable labour laws and do not engage in or tolerate any form of modern slavery.

We may conduct audits or request evidence to verify compliance, which can include on-site reviews, documentation checks, and discussions with management. Where higher risks are identified, we may carry out more frequent monitoring or require corrective action plans. Suppliers who fail to cooperate with our checks, or who are found to be involved in exploitative practices, may have their contracts suspended or terminated.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage anyone who works for or with Man with Van West Brompton to raise concerns about potential modern slavery or unethical labour practices at the earliest possible stage. Concerns can be raised directly with a manager, with senior management, or through any internal reporting route that is made available to staff and contractors. Reports may be made confidentially and will be treated seriously and sensitively.

We are committed to protecting whistleblowers who raise concerns in good faith. No person will suffer retaliation, dismissal, or any other adverse treatment for reporting a genuine concern or for assisting in an investigation. All credible reports will be investigated promptly, and appropriate action will be taken, including notifying authorities where necessary.

Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement

We aim to increase awareness of modern slavery indicators among our teams, particularly managers who engage or supervise workers and subcontractors. Training and guidance are provided so that staff can recognise signs of exploitation, understand how to escalate concerns, and support our zero-tolerance approach in daily operations. We also periodically review industry guidance and good practice to strengthen our internal controls.

Annual Review of this Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by the leadership of Man with Van West Brompton to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with legal requirements and best practice. The review considers any incidents reported, audit findings, changes in our operations, and developments in guidance on modern slavery. Where necessary, we update our procedures, training, and supplier requirements to improve our prevention and response measures.

This Statement represents our ongoing commitment to conducting business ethically, respecting the dignity and rights of all individuals, and working to eradicate modern slavery and human trafficking from our operations and supply chains.