Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery Statement for Man With a Van Wood Green

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Man With a Van Wood Green in respect of our financial year and sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our relationships, ensuring that exploitation has no place in the services we provide.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Man With a Van Wood Green provides local and regional transport, removals, and related logistical services. Our activities rely on drivers, vehicles, equipment, fuel, and a range of operational and administrative support services. Our supply chain includes vehicle leasing and maintenance providers, fuel suppliers, packaging material providers, and other professional service suppliers.

We recognise that certain sectors and geographies within logistics, vehicle maintenance, and temporary labour can present a higher risk of modern slavery. We therefore take a proactive approach to assessing and managing these risks.

Zero-Tolerance Approach to Modern Slavery

We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy to all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, debt bondage, servitude, and human trafficking. This applies to our direct workforce, agency workers, subcontractors, and all suppliers involved in our operations. Any form of coercion, deception, restriction on freedom of movement, or withholding of identity documents is completely unacceptable.

Our zero-tolerance policy is communicated internally and externally. All new suppliers and contractors are made aware that compliance with our standards on modern slavery is a condition of working with Man With a Van Wood Green. We reserve the right to terminate any relationship where we reasonably believe there is a breach of this policy or a failure to take corrective action.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We are committed to working only with suppliers who share our ethical values. As part of our supplier due diligence process, we evaluate prospective and existing suppliers on their labour practices, including their own modern slavery policies, recruitment processes, and oversight of any subcontracted work.

Where proportionate to the risk and scale of the relationship, we carry out supplier audits, either directly or through documented self-assessment. These checks may cover identity verification of workers, wage and working hour records, grievance mechanisms, and evidence of right to work. Any significant concerns identified through these audits require a clear corrective action plan with defined timelines.

Suppliers who fail to co-operate with audits, provide adequate information, or implement agreed improvements may have their contracts suspended or terminated. We expect transparency and honest engagement in all discussions relating to labour standards.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage anyone working for or with Man With a Van Wood Green to speak up if they have concerns that modern slavery or human trafficking may be occurring in our operations or supply chain. Concerns can be raised with a line manager, a senior member of the management team, or through any established internal reporting process.

Reports will be treated seriously and, wherever possible, in confidence. We will not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against any individual who raises a concern in good faith. All reports will be investigated promptly, and, where appropriate, we will take immediate action, which may include notifying relevant authorities or specialist organisations.

Training and Internal Awareness

We are working to build awareness among our staff of the signs of modern slavery, particularly for team members involved in procurement, recruitment, or subcontractor management. Training and guidance are designed to help colleagues recognise potential indicators of exploitation and understand how to report concerns appropriately.

We aim to foster a culture where ethical considerations, including human rights and labour standards, are fully integrated into day-to-day decision-making.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed annually by the management of Man With a Van Wood Green to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with legal requirements and best practice. As part of the annual review, we will evaluate any incidents, audit findings, supplier feedback, and regulatory developments, and update our approach where necessary.

Our objective is continual improvement in identifying, preventing, and addressing modern slavery risks. By working collaboratively with our employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders, we aim to contribute to a supply chain that is safe, fair, and respectful of human dignity.