Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Bermondsey

Man With Van Bermondsey is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our approach to preventing modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and any form of exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can affect many sectors, including transport, logistics, warehousing, and subcontracted services, so we maintain a clear and zero-tolerance policy toward abuse of any kind.

Our commitment applies to every part of the business, from internal hiring practices to the selection of suppliers and service partners. We expect all workers, contractors, and suppliers associated with Man With Van Bermondsey to act ethically, follow the law, and uphold fair treatment. Any indication of coercion, deception, withheld wages, unsafe conditions, or restricted freedom of movement is treated as a serious concern.

We also recognise that prevention is more effective than reaction. For that reason, our risk management approach is built around due diligence, training, and continuous oversight. By promoting awareness and accountability, Man With Van Bermondsey aims to ensure that our services are delivered responsibly and that our business relationships do not contribute to exploitation.

Supplier due diligence is central to our anti-slavery controls. Before onboarding new suppliers or subcontractors, we assess their business practices, ownership structure, labour standards, and compliance history. Where appropriate, we request evidence of policies, staff records, and working conditions to help us identify potential risks. This is especially important where third parties provide drivers, loading support, storage, or maintenance services.

We carry out supplier audits on a risk-based schedule. Higher-risk suppliers may be reviewed more frequently, while lower-risk partners are checked at regular intervals. Audits may include document reviews, site visits, and verification of payroll practices, working hours, recruitment methods, and health and safety measures. If concerns are identified, we require prompt corrective action and may suspend or end the relationship if standards are not met.

Our procurement and management teams are trained to recognise warning signs such as unusual recruitment fees, passport retention, debt bondage, or excessive dependence on one employer. This training supports a stronger culture of vigilance across Man With Van Bermondsey and helps ensure that ethical expectations are understood at every stage of the supply chain.

Reporting channels are essential to our safeguarding framework. Employees, contractors, and suppliers are encouraged to raise concerns as soon as possible if they suspect modern slavery, mistreatment, or unethical conduct. Reports can be made through internal management routes, and concerns will be handled confidentially and with appropriate sensitivity. We make it clear that anyone reporting a concern in good faith will be protected from retaliation.

All reports are reviewed promptly and investigated in a structured manner. Where necessary, we will escalate concerns to appropriate authorities and take immediate steps to reduce risk. This may include terminating a supplier relationship, removing an individual from a project, or implementing enhanced monitoring. Man With Van Bermondsey does not ignore concerns, and we aim to respond with consistency, fairness, and urgency.

Our anti-slavery measures are supported by internal governance. Senior leadership holds responsibility for oversight, while operational managers help ensure that checks are completed and records are maintained. This shared responsibility strengthens our ability to identify issues early and reinforces our zero-tolerance stance toward exploitation in all business activities.

This Statement will be reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with legal and ethical expectations. The review will consider audit results, reported concerns, supplier performance, training outcomes, and any changes in risk profile. Where improvements are needed, we will update our processes and strengthen controls accordingly.

Through ongoing review, supplier oversight, and responsible reporting practices, Man With Van Bermondsey seeks to uphold a fair and lawful working environment. We are committed to learning, improving, and preventing modern slavery wherever we may encounter risk. This Statement reflects our determination to protect human dignity and maintain the highest standards of business conduct.