Modern Slavery Statement for Man with Van South Ruislip
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the actions taken by Man with Van South Ruislip to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold and promote human rights and to conduct business in an ethical and transparent manner.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Man with Van South Ruislip maintains a clear zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation. We are committed to ensuring that everyone who works for or with us does so voluntarily, is treated with dignity and respect, and receives fair and lawful compensation and working conditions.
All employees, contractors, and suppliers are expected to comply with applicable labour and human rights laws. We do not knowingly engage with any party that benefits from or is complicit in modern slavery or related abuses. Any breach of this policy may result in termination of employment or commercial relationship, as appropriate.
Our Business and Supply Chain
Man with Van South Ruislip provides transport, removals, and associated services to residential and commercial customers. While our direct operations are relatively local and straightforward, we rely on a range of suppliers and subcontractors, including vehicle hire and maintenance providers, fuel suppliers, equipment providers, and occasional temporary labour agencies.
We recognise that risks can arise at any stage of the supply chain, especially where there may be lower visibility over working practices. We therefore take active steps to understand, monitor, and reduce the risk of modern slavery within our sphere of influence.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We expect all suppliers and subcontractors to uphold the same high standards that we apply to ourselves. When engaging new suppliers, we assess their ethical and labour practices, including their approach to modern slavery, working hours, pay, and worker welfare.
Where proportionate to the level of risk, we carry out checks and audits of key suppliers. These audits may include requests for documented policies, confirmation of right-to-work checks, information on recruitment practices, and evidence of compliance with labour laws. We reserve the right to conduct further due diligence where concerns are identified, and to cease working with suppliers that fail to meet our expectations or to implement corrective actions.
Employee Awareness, Responsibility, and Training
All managers and relevant team members are made aware of our zero-tolerance policy and their responsibilities in identifying and reporting potential signs of modern slavery. We encourage a culture where ethical concerns can be raised openly and are treated seriously.
We periodically review internal guidance and, where appropriate, provide training to those involved in procurement, recruitment, and supplier management. Responsibilities for implementing this statement sit with the company management, who oversee compliance and risk management efforts.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Man with Van South Ruislip encourages anyone with concerns about possible modern slavery or unethical labour practices in our operations or supply chain to report them as soon as possible. Concerns can be raised internally to management or through any established whistleblowing channel made available to staff and contractors.
We will investigate all reported concerns promptly, sensitively, and, where possible, confidentially. No one will suffer any detrimental treatment for raising a concern in good faith, even if it is not substantiated. Where necessary, we will cooperate with relevant authorities and take appropriate remedial action.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing process. Man with Van South Ruislip is committed to continually improving our policies, procedures, and practices to better identify and address risks.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by company management to assess its effectiveness, reflect changes in our business or supply chain, and respond to evolving legal requirements and best practices. Any necessary updates will be implemented and communicated internally, and the latest version will represent our current commitment to preventing modern slavery in all aspects of our operations.
This statement has been approved by the management of Man with Van South Ruislip and represents our position on modern slavery for the current financial year.
