Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Westhampstead

Man With Van Westhampstead is committed to operating with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights in every part of our business. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and exploitation in our operations and supply chain. We recognise that businesses providing removals and transport services must remain alert to labour risks, especially where subcontracted work, temporary labour, or third-party services may be involved.

Our zero-tolerance policy means that any form of modern slavery is strictly prohibited. We do not accept child labour, bonded labour, coerced work, passport retention, wage withholding, or any arrangement that limits a person’s freedom to leave employment. This applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and business partners associated with Man With Van Westhampstead. We expect the same clear ethical standard from everyone acting on our behalf.

To support this commitment, Man With Van Westhampstead carries out due diligence on suppliers and service providers before engagement and during the course of the relationship. Our supplier audits assess labour practices, wage processes, working hours, recruitment methods, and evidence of worker consent. We reserve the right to request documents, seek clarification, and terminate relationships where serious risks or breaches are identified. Ethical sourcing is an essential part of our procurement approach.

We also train relevant staff to recognise warning signs of exploitation, including restricted movement, unexplained injuries, dependence on a supervisor for housing or transport, or signs that workers may not understand their own employment terms. Where concerns arise, they are escalated promptly so that the business can respond quickly and responsibly. This approach helps Man With Van Westhampstead remain vigilant across day-to-day operations and partner relationships.

Our reporting channels are designed to make it safe and straightforward for concerns to be raised. Employees and contractors are encouraged to report suspicions of modern slavery, unsafe practices, or unethical behaviour through internal management routes, and all reports are handled seriously and confidentially where possible. We do not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith. Protecting whistleblowers is vital to maintaining trust and accountability.

The company investigates all reports promptly and records the outcome of each case. Where appropriate, we will take corrective action, which may include improved oversight, additional supplier review, staff retraining, or ending a business relationship. Man With Van Westhampstead understands that a responsible transport service must be prepared to act decisively when any indicator of exploitation is discovered.

We review our recruitment and onboarding practices to ensure they are fair, lawful, and transparent. No worker should be misled about duties, pay, or conditions, and no one should be pressured into work through debt or threat. In addition, we seek to ensure that our operating model does not create hidden vulnerabilities for workers who may be placed at risk by unrealistic schedules, unclear ownership structures, or informal labour arrangements.

Our supplier audits are not a one-time exercise. We conduct them on an ongoing basis and adapt the depth of review according to the risk presented by each supplier or activity. Higher-risk relationships may require more frequent checks, written confirmations, and evidence of compliance with relevant labour standards. Man With Van Westhampstead views continuous monitoring as a practical safeguard against modern slavery.

This statement is subject to annual review so that it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with current law, business practices, and risk exposure. Each review considers whether our controls, training, audits, and reporting channels are working as intended. Where improvements are needed, they are implemented without delay. Man With Van Westhampstead remains dedicated to building a supply chain and workplace culture based on dignity, fairness, and respect. By maintaining a firm zero-tolerance stance, strengthening supplier audits, encouraging reporting, and reviewing our progress every year, we continue to uphold our responsibility to prevent modern slavery in all its forms.