Man and a Van South Kensington Modern Slavery Commitment
Man and a Van South Kensington is committed to conducting business in a responsible and ethical manner. We recognise that modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour and exploitation are serious crimes and fundamental violations of human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we are taking to identify, prevent and address the risk of modern slavery in our operations and supply chains.
Our Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery
We operate a clear zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. This policy applies to everyone working for or on behalf of Man and a Van South Kensington, including employees, agency staff, contractors, and suppliers. We will not knowingly engage with any individual or organisation involved in modern slavery, nor will we permit such practices in any part of our business.
All team members are expected to act with integrity and to adhere to our standards of behaviour. Any breach of this policy by staff may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or engagement. Where appropriate, we will also notify relevant authorities.
Our Operations and Supply Chain
Man and a Van South Kensington provides local and regional moving and transport services. Our primary risks in relation to modern slavery may arise through the use of subcontracted drivers, casual labour, and suppliers providing vehicles, equipment, uniforms and associated services. We are committed to working only with suppliers and partners who share our values and who can demonstrate that they treat workers fairly, lawfully and with respect.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We expect all suppliers and contractors to comply with our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery. As part of our due diligence, we assess new and existing suppliers on their labour practices, where relevant, and reserve the right to undertake audits or request evidence of compliance with applicable labour and human rights laws.
Where we identify higher-risk relationships, we may introduce additional checks such as requesting written confirmations of compliance, reviewing policies on working conditions, and verifying that recruitment practices do not involve fees or coercion. Failure by a supplier to meet our standards may lead to the suspension or termination of the business relationship.
Employee Awareness and Responsibilities
We expect everyone working with Man and a Van South Kensington to remain alert to the risks of modern slavery. Staff involved in procurement, supplier management, and workforce planning have a particular responsibility to consider the potential for exploitation in their areas of work and to escalate any concerns promptly.
We aim to build awareness of modern slavery indicators, such as signs of control, restriction of movement, retention of identity documents, or unreasonable deductions from wages. Where appropriate, we will provide guidance to help staff recognise and report concerns.
Reporting Channels and Protection
Anyone working for or with Man and a Van South Kensington is encouraged to report any suspicions or concerns about modern slavery in our operations or supply chains. Concerns can be raised to a line manager or senior manager, or through any internal reporting channel made available by the company.
We will take all reports seriously and will investigate them appropriately. We are committed to ensuring that no individual is treated unfairly, victimised or discriminated against for raising a concern in good faith about modern slavery or human rights abuses.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
We recognise that tackling modern slavery requires ongoing vigilance and improvement. Man and a Van South Kensington is committed to regularly reviewing our policies, procedures and supplier relationships to strengthen our approach. We will monitor changes in legislation, best practice guidance and industry standards to ensure our response remains effective and relevant.
This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least once every twelve months by our senior management team. As part of this review, we will consider any incidents, audit findings, supplier feedback and evolving risks in our sector. Where necessary, we will update our controls, training and supplier requirements to enhance our protection against modern slavery.
By publishing this statement, Man and a Van South Kensington affirms its commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking and to promoting ethical conduct throughout our business and supply chain.
