Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement for Man with Van Tooting

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps Man with Van Tooting takes to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We are committed to conducting our business ethically, responsibly, and in full compliance with applicable laws relating to modern slavery and human rights.

Although we operate as a small to medium-sized removals and transportation business, we recognise that modern slavery can occur in any sector and at any scale. We therefore treat this risk with the utmost seriousness and continually work to improve our controls.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

Man with Van Tooting maintains a clear and strict zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, forced labour, servitude, debt bondage, child labour and human trafficking in any form. We do not accept, support, or condone practices that exploit people, whether within our own operations or through any part of our supply chain.

All employees, contractors and suppliers are expected to act with integrity and in line with this policy. Breaches of this policy may result in disciplinary action, termination of contracts, and reporting to the relevant authorities where appropriate.

Our Operations and Supply Chain

Our core services include domestic and commercial removals, transport of goods, and related logistics activities in Tooting and surrounding areas. Our direct workforce mainly consists of drivers, porters, and administrative staff. Our supply chain includes vehicle leasing and maintenance providers, fuel suppliers, equipment suppliers, and occasional use of subcontracted labour and transport.

We recognise that certain areas of our supply chain, particularly where lower-skilled or temporary labour is involved, may carry a higher risk of labour exploitation. We therefore focus our efforts on these higher-risk areas and seek to work only with reputable, compliant partners.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers and subcontractors to uphold the same high standards that we apply to ourselves. As part of our supplier management process, we:

Request confirmation from key suppliers that they comply with relevant modern slavery and human trafficking legislation and that they implement policies and procedures to prevent exploitation in their own operations and supply chains.

Reserve the right to conduct proportionate checks and audits on higher-risk suppliers. These may include requests for information about recruitment practices, use of agency labour, working conditions, and grievance mechanisms.

Will seek to prioritise suppliers who can demonstrate robust ethical, labour and human rights practices. Where issues are identified, we aim to work collaboratively to address them; however, we will suspend or terminate relationships where serious or unremedied breaches are found.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Man with Van Tooting encourages all employees, subcontractors, suppliers and any other stakeholders to raise concerns about any suspected instances of modern slavery or human trafficking connected to our business or supply chain.

Concerns can be raised confidentially through internal reporting routes made available to staff and, where necessary, directly to senior management. We will treat all reports seriously and investigate them promptly, fairly and sensitively.

We are committed to ensuring that no one suffers any form of detrimental treatment, retaliation or victimisation for reporting a genuine concern, even if it is ultimately not substantiated. Any attempt to intimidate, penalise or retaliate against someone for raising a concern will be treated as a serious disciplinary matter.

Training and Awareness

We aim to increase awareness of modern slavery risks among employees, particularly those involved in procurement, recruitment and contract management. Training and guidance are provided in a way that is proportionate to role and responsibility, so that individuals can recognise warning signs and know how to respond appropriately.

We also communicate our expectations to suppliers and subcontractors so they understand our zero-tolerance position and the need for transparent, ethical practices throughout the supply chain.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Man with Van Tooting is committed to continuous improvement in our approach to identifying and mitigating the risk of modern slavery. We review our policies, procedures and controls on an ongoing basis to ensure they remain effective and practical for the scale and nature of our business.

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is reviewed at least once a year by our senior management team. As part of the annual review, we consider any incidents reported, feedback from employees and suppliers, changes in legislation, and developments in best practice. Where appropriate, we update our processes to strengthen risk management and due diligence.

This statement has been approved by the management of Man with Van Tooting, who take overall responsibility for ensuring that it is implemented and communicated throughout the organisation and to relevant external partners.