Modern Slavery Statement for Man with Van West Kensington

Man with Van West Kensington is committed to carrying out its removal and transportation services in a way that upholds human rights and safeguards the dignity and wellbeing of every person involved in our operations and supply chains. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation in our business and among those who provide goods and services to us.

Our Commitment and Scope

We recognise that modern slavery can occur in many forms, including forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking, servitude, and exploitation of vulnerable workers. Our commitment applies to all people working for or on behalf of Man with Van West Kensington, including employees, contractors, agency workers, and suppliers involved in the provision of vehicles, storage, equipment, and related services.

Zero-Tolerance Policy

Man with Van West Kensington operates a strict zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery and human trafficking. We do not accept or condone any form of exploitation within our business or our supply chains. Any individual or organisation found to be involved in modern slavery will face decisive action, which may include termination of employment or contract and, where appropriate, reporting to relevant authorities. We expect all those we work with to share this commitment and to uphold equivalent standards within their own operations.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We aim to work only with reputable suppliers who can demonstrate responsible labour practices and legal compliance. As part of our approach, we assess the risk of modern slavery in our supply chains, particularly where services are labour intensive or where there may be a higher risk of exploitation. We may conduct supplier audits or request evidence of compliance, such as workforce policies, right-to-work checks, and records of staff training.

Where concerns are identified, we will engage directly with the supplier to understand the issues, seek corrective action, and monitor improvement. If a supplier is unwilling or unable to address legitimate concerns, we reserve the right to end the commercial relationship. Our aim is to build long-term partnerships with suppliers that are transparent, responsible, and aligned with our values.

Employee Awareness and Responsibilities

Everyone working for Man with Van West Kensington has a role to play in preventing modern slavery. We promote awareness of the issue and of the standards expected from all staff and contractors. Managers are responsible for ensuring that recruitment and engagement practices are fair, transparent, and compliant with employment law, including right-to-work checks and clear written terms of engagement.

We do not charge recruitment fees, and we expect all third parties involved in the supply of labour to adhere to the same principle. Wages must be paid directly to workers, on time, and at or above the applicable legal minimum. Working hours, breaks, and holiday entitlements must meet or exceed legal requirements.

Reporting Channels and Protection

Any employee, contractor, supplier, or member of the public who has concerns about modern slavery in connection with Man with Van West Kensington is encouraged to report them without delay. Concerns may relate to our own operations or those of any supplier or contractor we work with. Reports can be made to management or through established internal reporting routes.

We will take all reports seriously and treat them in confidence as far as reasonably possible. No person will suffer retaliation or be disadvantaged for raising a concern in good faith. Where appropriate, we will investigate the concern, take action to address any confirmed issues, and, where necessary, escalate the matter to the relevant authorities.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Man with Van West Kensington is committed to continually improving its approach to identifying and addressing modern slavery risks. We monitor developments in legislation, guidance, and best practice and seek to refine our procedures accordingly. This includes reviewing how we assess supplier risk, how we communicate expectations, and how we respond to concerns.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once every year to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and proportionate to the nature and scale of our operations. Following each review, we may update our policies and processes, reinforce training and awareness, and adapt our supplier engagement to strengthen protections against modern slavery. This statement represents our ongoing commitment to ethical conduct and respect for human rights in every aspect of our business.