Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery Statement for Man With a Van Twickenham

Man With a Van Twickenham is committed to conducting its business ethically, responsibly, and in full compliance with applicable laws relating to modern slavery and human trafficking. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to identify, prevent, and address the risk of modern slavery in our operations and supply chains.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Man With a Van Twickenham provides local and regional transport, removals, and related services. Our operations rely on a range of suppliers and partners, including vehicle leasing and maintenance providers, fuel suppliers, equipment and packaging suppliers, cleaning and facilities services, and occasional subcontracted transport and removals providers.

We recognise that modern slavery and human trafficking can occur in any sector or country and that all businesses have a responsibility to remain vigilant. We are committed to understanding our supply chains and working with our suppliers to mitigate the risk of exploitation.

Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

We operate a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and any form of servitude or exploitation. This policy applies to all people working for or on behalf of Man With a Van Twickenham, including employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers.

We expect all those we work with to share our commitment to ethical conduct and to comply with all relevant modern slavery legislation. Any breach of this policy by a supplier or contractor may lead to a review of the relationship, including the possibility of termination of contracts.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We aim to build long-term relationships with suppliers who can demonstrate that they uphold high ethical standards. As part of our due diligence, we ask suppliers to confirm that they comply with modern slavery and human trafficking laws applicable in their jurisdictions and that they have measures in place to prevent exploitation in their own operations and supply chains.

Where proportionate and risk based, we conduct supplier checks that may include requesting policies, reviewing publicly available information, and discussing labour practices during onboarding and renewal. For higher risk relationships, we may carry out more detailed assessments or audits, either directly or through third parties, to verify compliance and to identify any areas for improvement.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Man With a Van Twickenham encourages a culture of openness and accountability. We want concerns about modern slavery, unsafe working practices, or unethical behaviour to be raised as early as possible.

Employees are encouraged to report any concerns to their line manager or a senior member of the management team. Concerns may include suspicions about the conduct of colleagues, suppliers, subcontractors, or any third parties connected to our business. We take all reports seriously and will investigate promptly and sensitively, ensuring that no one who raises a concern in good faith suffers any form of retaliation or disadvantage.

We also expect our suppliers to maintain their own reporting channels and to ensure that workers in their operations can raise concerns without fear of reprisal.

Training and Awareness

We are committed to increasing awareness of modern slavery risks among our management team and relevant staff. Training and guidance will focus on understanding the signs of exploitation, the nature of high risk activities or sectors, and the appropriate steps to take if concerns arise. This helps to ensure that modern slavery considerations are integrated into day to day decision making, supplier management, and recruitment practices.

Monitoring, Review, and Continuous Improvement

We recognise that addressing modern slavery risks is an ongoing process. We will review this Modern Slavery Statement at least annually to reflect changes in our business, in applicable legislation, and in best practice guidance.

As part of the annual review, we will evaluate the effectiveness of our existing measures, assess any incidents or concerns raised, and identify opportunities to strengthen our approach. Where necessary, we will update our policies, procedures, and supplier requirements, and we will communicate relevant changes to staff and key suppliers.

This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the management of Man With a Van Twickenham and represents our current approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains.