Man with Van Belgravia Modern Slavery Statement

Man with Van Belgravia is committed to conducting its business ethically, responsibly, and with respect for the dignity and rights of every individual. 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 aspects of our activities, including removals, storage coordination, and associated logistics services.

Modern slavery is a severe violation of human rights and includes slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking. We recognise that every business has a responsibility to be alert to these risks and to act decisively to prevent, identify, and address them.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

Man with Van Belgravia has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. We do not accept any form of forced, bonded, or involuntary labour within our organisation or in any part of our supply chains. All team members, contractors, and suppliers are expected to uphold this commitment as a fundamental condition of working with us.

Our zero-tolerance policy is embedded in our working practices and forms part of our ethical standards. We aim to partner only with suppliers and subcontractors who share our values and demonstrate consistent compliance with applicable labour and human rights laws. Where we identify behaviour that may be inconsistent with these standards, we will investigate promptly and, where necessary, terminate the relevant relationship.

Supply Chain Oversight and Supplier Audits

Our supply chain includes vehicle hire and maintenance providers, equipment suppliers, subcontracted drivers and porters, storage facilities, and administrative service providers. We recognise that risks may arise in these areas and therefore take a proactive, risk-based approach to managing them.

We assess suppliers based on their location, the nature of services provided, and the level of labour intensity involved. Higher-risk suppliers may be subject to enhanced due diligence, including requests for information on their labour practices, workforce conditions, and policies relating to modern slavery. We may also require evidence of their own modern slavery statements or equivalent commitments where appropriate.

We reserve the right to conduct supplier audits, either directly or via trusted third parties, focusing on working conditions, recruitment processes, and worker documentation. Where non-compliance or potential indicators of exploitation are identified, we will require corrective actions within a defined timeframe and will consider ending the relationship if satisfactory improvements are not made.

Employee Awareness and Reporting Channels

All staff and regular contractors of Man with Van Belgravia are made aware of our expectations regarding ethical conduct and respect for human rights. We encourage vigilance and require every individual associated with our business to report any concerns they may have about potential modern slavery or human trafficking.

Concerns can be reported confidentially to line managers or senior management. We maintain internal processes for recording, assessing, and responding to all reports. We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith, whether the issue is ultimately substantiated or not.

Where we receive a report suggesting that an individual may be at risk of exploitation, we will act quickly, which may include conducting an internal investigation, engaging with the relevant supplier, or, where appropriate, escalating matters to competent authorities.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Man with Van Belgravia recognises that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility. We are committed to regularly reviewing and strengthening our policies, procedures, and due diligence activities in light of evolving best practice, industry developments, and any issues identified within our operations or supply chains.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by our management team to assess its effectiveness and to identify opportunities for improvement. As part of this review, we consider feedback from staff, findings from supplier assessments and audits, and any incidents or concerns raised during the year.

Following each annual review, we may update our practices, including revising contractual terms with suppliers, enhancing staff guidance, and refining our risk assessment processes. By maintaining this cycle of review and improvement, Man with Van Belgravia aims to play a responsible role in preventing modern slavery and protecting the rights and welfare of all individuals connected to our business.