Modern Slavery Statement
Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Walthamstow
Man With Van Walthamstow is committed to conducting business in a responsible, transparent and ethical manner. This Modern Slavery Statement explains our approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. It applies to all workers, contractors, agency staff and suppliers engaged with our services.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
We have a zero-tolerance stance on all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour and exploitation. We will not knowingly work with any individual, organisation or supplier that is involved in or benefits from these practices. Everyone working with or for Man With Van Walthamstow is expected to share this commitment and act in a way that supports human rights and fair treatment.
Modern slavery is a serious violation of fundamental human rights. We seek to ensure that people working within our operations and supply chains do so of their own free will, on fair terms, and in safe conditions. Any breach or suspected breach of this policy will be treated as a serious matter and may result in the termination of contracts or working relationships.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Man With Van Walthamstow provides local transport, removals and delivery services. The core of our business is carried out by a small team and trusted contractors. However, we recognise that risks can arise through our broader supply chains, including vehicle hire, fuel suppliers, equipment providers, cleaning services and temporary labour agencies.
We are committed to understanding these supply chains and identifying areas where the risks of modern slavery may be higher. This includes being vigilant where low-paid, temporary, migrant or agency labour is used.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We expect all suppliers and contractors to uphold the same high standards that we set for ourselves. As part of our approach to managing risk, we:
Assess new key suppliers for their labour practices, ethical standards and compliance with relevant laws on employment and human rights. Include clear expectations regarding the prohibition of forced labour, child labour, human trafficking and exploitative practices in our agreements where appropriate. Reserve the right to review and, where necessary, visit supplier premises to check working conditions, recruitment practices and documentation relating to workers. Take action if a supplier fails to meet our standards, which may include corrective action plans, additional monitoring or ending the business relationship.
Supplier audits and assessments focus on the transparency of labour practices, the use of recruitment agencies, payment of wages, working hours, and freedom of movement and association.
Reporting Channels and Escalation
We encourage anyone working with or for Man With Van Walthamstow to raise concerns about possible modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Concerns can be raised confidentially with a manager or business owner, or through any established internal reporting process. We will treat all reports seriously, investigate promptly and sensitively, and take appropriate action where concerns are substantiated.
No one will suffer retaliation or disadvantage for reporting a concern in good faith. If the concern relates to a supplier or contractor, we will review the relationship and require immediate remedial steps where any risk is identified.
Training and Awareness
We promote awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff and contractors through guidance and discussions about ethical working practices. This includes explaining the signs of modern slavery, how to report concerns, and the responsibilities we all share in preventing exploitation.
Monitoring, Annual Review and Continuous Improvement
We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing process. We will review this Modern Slavery Statement at least once every year to ensure it remains effective, relevant and aligned with current legislation and best practice.
Our annual review will consider feedback from staff and contractors, outcomes of supplier assessments and audits, any reported concerns or incidents, and changes in the nature of our business or supply chains. Where necessary, we will update our procedures, strengthen controls or provide additional training to improve our approach.
This Modern Slavery Statement reflects the commitment of Man With Van Walthamstow to act ethically and with integrity in all our relationships, and to work towards eliminating modern slavery and human trafficking from our operations and supply chains.
