Modern Slavery Statement for Man with Van Stoke Newington

Man with Van Stoke Newington is committed to conducting business in a responsible, ethical, and transparent manner. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. It applies to all staff, contractors, and suppliers who work with or on behalf of Man with Van Stoke Newington.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, servitude, and human trafficking. We do not accept any practice that exploits individuals, undermines their freedom, or deprives them of fair pay and safe working conditions. This commitment covers our own workforce and every stage of our supply chain, including subcontracted drivers, vehicle hire providers, fuel suppliers, and any third-party service providers.

All those engaged by Man with Van Stoke Newington must comply with relevant labour, employment, and human rights legislation. Any breach of our zero-tolerance policy is treated as a serious disciplinary and contractual matter, which may result in termination of employment or business relationships and, where appropriate, referral to relevant authorities.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Man with Van Stoke Newington provides transport, removals, and related logistics services to domestic and commercial customers. Our supply chains primarily consist of vehicle and equipment suppliers, fuel and maintenance providers, and occasional use of subcontracted drivers and support staff.

We recognise that certain areas of the transport and logistics sector may be vulnerable to labour exploitation. We take proactive steps to understand these risks and work only with suppliers and contractors who demonstrate clear and genuine commitments to ethical working practices and compliance with modern slavery legislation.

Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

We undertake due diligence on new suppliers and contractors before entering into any agreement with them. This includes assessing their approach to labour standards, working conditions, and compliance with applicable human rights and anti-slavery laws. Where appropriate, we require confirmation that they have their own modern slavery policies or equivalent ethical standards.

Man with Van Stoke Newington reserves the right to conduct audits or request evidence to verify compliance, which may include documentation checks, policy reviews, and where feasible, site visits. Suppliers and contractors are expected to maintain transparent records that demonstrate legal employment practices, fair pay, and safe working conditions. Failure to cooperate with audits or to remedy identified concerns may result in suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Training, Awareness, and Reporting Channels

We seek to ensure that those working within Man with Van Stoke Newington understand what modern slavery is, how to identify potential signs of exploitation, and what steps to take if they have concerns. We provide guidance to staff and key contractors on recognising indicators such as restriction of movement, withholding of documents, inappropriate deductions from wages, or signs of coercion or intimidation.

All workers and stakeholders are encouraged to raise any suspicion of modern slavery or human trafficking without fear of retaliation. Concerns can be reported directly to management or through any established internal reporting channel. Reports will be treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled as sensitively and confidentially as possible. We will not tolerate victimisation of any person who raises a concern in good faith.

Risk Management and Continuous Improvement

We regularly review the nature of our operations and supply chains to assess where the risks of modern slavery may be higher, and we prioritise additional checks or engagement in those areas. We aim to work collaboratively with suppliers and contractors to promote better practices and to support continuous improvement. Where necessary, we will update our contractual terms to reflect evolving legislation and best practice.

Monitoring, Annual Review, and Governance

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once every 12 months to ensure it remains accurate, effective, and aligned with our operational realities and legal obligations. As part of this annual review, we consider feedback from staff, contractors, and other stakeholders, as well as any incidents, audits, or changes in law or guidance.

Senior management at Man with Van Stoke Newington is responsible for overseeing the implementation of this Statement, monitoring compliance, and ensuring that corrective actions are taken where shortcomings are identified. Updated versions of this Statement will be made available to staff, suppliers, and customers to demonstrate our continuing commitment to eliminating modern slavery in all its forms.

This Statement reflects the position and intentions of Man with Van Stoke Newington for the current financial year and will be renewed and updated on an annual basis.