Modern Slavery Statement for Man with Van Wembley
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Man with Van Wembley to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to conduct business ethically, transparently and with respect for human rights. This statement covers our activities for the most recent financial year and will be reviewed and updated annually.
Our Business and Supply Chain
Man with Van Wembley provides transport, removals and related services. Our operations involve direct employees, contracted drivers, vehicle hire providers, fuel suppliers, equipment suppliers and various ancillary services. While we are not a large organisation, we understand that modern slavery can occur in businesses of any size and within any sector, including logistics and transport.
Our supply chain is primarily based in the United Kingdom, though some equipment and materials used in our services may originate from overseas through our suppliers. We are committed to working only with suppliers and partners who share our values and demonstrate a clear commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking.
Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery
Man with Van Wembley has a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking, servitude and child labour. We do not tolerate any form of abuse, exploitation or coercion within our business or supply chain.
All members of staff, contractors and suppliers are required to act with integrity and in compliance with all applicable labour, employment and human rights laws. Any breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter and may result in disciplinary action, termination of contracts and reporting to relevant authorities where appropriate.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We expect our suppliers to operate to high ethical standards and to maintain practices that are consistent with our zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery. As a condition of doing business with Man with Van Wembley, suppliers are expected to confirm that they do not use forced, trafficked or child labour and that they comply with all relevant legislation in their jurisdictions.
To support this, we are implementing a risk-based approach to supplier assessment. Higher-risk suppliers, such as those involved in labour provision, equipment manufacturing or overseas sourcing, may be subject to additional due diligence. This can include requests for policy documentation, questionnaires about labour practices and, where proportionate, audits or site visits.
Where we identify concerns or gaps in a supplier’s approach, we will work collaboratively to encourage improvement through corrective action plans. If a supplier is unwilling or unable to address serious concerns in a timely manner, we reserve the right to review and, if necessary, discontinue the relationship.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Man with Van Wembley encourages all employees, contractors, suppliers and other stakeholders to report any concerns related to modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Concerns may include suspicious working conditions, indications of coercion, withholding of identity documents, or any form of exploitation.
Reports can be made confidentially through our internal reporting channels to management or designated senior personnel. We will treat all reports seriously and sensitively and will not tolerate any form of victimisation or retaliation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith.
Where appropriate, we will escalate serious matters to the relevant authorities and fully cooperate with any ensuing investigations. We are committed to protecting those who speak up and to addressing any substantiated concerns promptly and effectively.
Training, Awareness and Continuous Improvement
We are working to build awareness among our staff and key suppliers about the risks and indicators of modern slavery. Relevant employees receive guidance on recognising warning signs, understanding their responsibilities and using reporting channels. We also review our internal procedures to ensure that checks and controls are proportionate to our size and risk profile.
Our approach will continue to evolve as we learn from best practice, stakeholder feedback and changes in legislation or industry standards. We aim to integrate modern slavery considerations into our broader risk management and procurement processes.
Annual Review and Approval
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed on an annual basis to assess its effectiveness and to reflect any changes in our operations, supply chain, risk assessments or legal requirements. As part of the review, we consider any reported incidents, outcomes of supplier assessments and feedback from staff and partners.
The updated statement is approved by the leadership of Man with Van Wembley and made available to our stakeholders. We remain committed to ongoing improvement and to playing our part in the global effort to eradicate modern slavery and human trafficking.
