Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Church End

Man With Van Church End is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We believe that every person deserves to work freely and safely, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of exploitation. Our approach is based on vigilance, responsibility, and continuous improvement, ensuring that Man With Van Church End upholds ethical standards across all activities.

As a local removals and transport provider, Man With Van Church End recognises that risks can arise in labour supply, subcontracted services, vehicle maintenance, equipment sourcing, and other external arrangements. To address these risks, we carry out due diligence on relevant partners and require them to share our commitment to lawful and ethical conduct. We expect suppliers to comply with all applicable labour laws, maintain fair working conditions, and reject any practice connected with coercion or hidden exploitation. Where concerns are identified, we act promptly to investigate and, if needed, end the relationship.

This statement applies to all employees, contractors, and business partners associated with Man With Van Church End. We provide internal guidance so that staff can recognise warning signs such as restricted movement, withholding of documents, or unexplained control over wages and working hours. Awareness is a key safeguard, and we encourage everyone to remain alert to potential abuse in day-to-day operations. By promoting open communication and ethical decision-making, the company strengthens its ability to detect and prevent harmful practices before they develop further.

Supplier management is an essential part of the Man With Van Church End modern slavery policy. We use proportionate supplier audits to assess compliance with our standards, particularly where services involve subcontracting, temporary labour, or higher-risk sourcing. Audits may include review of employment records, wage practices, working hours, and evidence of lawful recruitment. Where improvements are required, suppliers are asked to take corrective action within an agreed timeframe. Persistent non-compliance may result in suspension or termination of the business relationship.

We also maintain clear reporting channels so that concerns can be raised without fear of retaliation. Any employee, contractor, or supplier who suspects modern slavery or unsafe labour practices is encouraged to report the issue through internal management routes. Reports are treated seriously, handled confidentially where possible, and investigated fairly. We emphasise that speaking up is a duty that protects individuals and supports responsible business conduct. Retaliation against whistleblowers will not be tolerated.

Recruitment practices are monitored to reduce the risk of exploitation. We seek to ensure that workers are engaged voluntarily, understand the terms of their work, and are not charged unlawful fees that could place them in debt or dependency. Documents are checked appropriately, and no one should be asked to surrender identity papers as a condition of employment. These controls are part of our broader commitment to safeguarding dignity and lawful treatment throughout the company.

Our governance framework supports this statement through management oversight, periodic risk assessment, and staff awareness activity. The leadership of Man With Van Church End reviews known risk areas and updates procedures where necessary. We aim to build a culture in which ethical conduct is expected and misconduct is challenged. This includes reinforcing that modern slavery is not only unlawful but wholly inconsistent with our values and the trust placed in us by customers, partners, and the wider community.

This statement will be subject to an annual review to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with current legislation and business conditions. The review will consider audit findings, any reported concerns, supplier performance, and lessons learned from internal oversight. Where improvements are needed, new measures will be introduced and embedded into our working practices. Through this ongoing process, Man With Van Church End reaffirms its commitment to preventing modern slavery in every part of its operations and supply chain.