Modern Slavery Statement for Man with Van Surrey

Man with Van Surrey is committed to conducting its operations in a manner that upholds human rights, respects the dignity of all individuals, and actively works to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take and the standards we expect across our business and supply chain.

This statement covers our activities as a provider of man and van, removals, and related logistics services and applies to all workers, contractors, and suppliers directly or indirectly involved in our operations.

Our Zero-Tolerance Commitment

We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour. No form of exploitation is acceptable in our business or in any organisation that supplies goods or services to us.

We expect everyone who works with or for Man with Van Surrey to share this commitment and to act with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. Any breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter that may result in termination of employment, contract, or business relationship.

Governance and Responsibility

The management of Man with Van Surrey has overall responsibility for ensuring that this Modern Slavery Statement is implemented and regularly reviewed. Operational managers are responsible for day-to-day compliance within their teams and for promoting a culture in which any concerns about modern slavery can be raised without fear of retaliation.

All staff members, regardless of seniority or role, are required to familiarise themselves with this statement, follow the principles it sets out, and report any concerns they may have about possible instances of modern slavery or human trafficking.

Supplier Standards and Audits

Our suppliers play a critical role in helping us prevent modern slavery. We expect all suppliers, subcontractors, and business partners to comply with applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws, and to uphold standards consistent with this statement.

When selecting suppliers, we consider ethical conduct and labour practices alongside quality, cost, and service. We may request information about their employment practices, sourcing of labour, and steps taken to identify and address modern slavery risks.

We reserve the right to conduct supplier audits, which may include site visits, documentation reviews, and discussions with relevant personnel. Where we identify non-compliance or areas of concern, we will work with the supplier to implement corrective actions within a reasonable timeframe. If a supplier fails to address significant issues or shows unwillingness to improve, we may suspend or end the business relationship.

Risk Management and Due Diligence

We assess the risk of modern slavery in our business and supply chain by considering factors such as the type of services provided, geographic location, and the use of temporary or agency labour. We apply enhanced scrutiny where risk is considered higher and seek to ensure that appropriate controls and monitoring are in place.

As part of our due diligence, we review key suppliers and contractors, request relevant policy documentation where appropriate, and monitor for any warning signs such as unreasonable working hours, withholding of wages, or lack of formal employment documentation.

Reporting Channels and Protection

We encourage anyone working for or with Man with Van Surrey, including employees, contractors, agency workers, and suppliers, to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking. Concerns may relate to our own operations or to any part of our supply chain.

Reports can be made to line managers or directly to senior management. We are committed to handling all concerns in a sensitive, confidential, and fair manner. No individual who raises a concern in good faith will suffer any form of retaliation or disadvantage for doing so, even if the concern is not substantiated after investigation.

All reports of suspected modern slavery will be promptly investigated, and appropriate action will be taken where evidence of exploitation or non-compliance is identified. This may include notifying relevant authorities where required by law.

Training and Awareness

We aim to build awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff and management. Training and guidance are provided, where appropriate, to help individuals recognise signs of exploitation and understand how to respond if they have concerns.

We also communicate our expectations to suppliers and other business partners to reinforce the importance of ethical conduct and compliance with modern slavery legislation.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Man with Van Surrey recognises that combating modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility. We are committed to continually improving our policies, processes, and controls to better identify and address risks in our operations and supply chain.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once every year by the management team. The annual review considers changes in legislation, evolving best practice, feedback from stakeholders, and any incidents or concerns raised during the year. Where necessary, we update our procedures, supplier requirements, or training to enhance our response.

By maintaining this clear and proactive approach, Man with Van Surrey aims to contribute to the elimination of modern slavery and human trafficking and to support fair and ethical treatment for all workers connected to our business.