Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps taken by Man With a Van Anerley to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold human rights and to conduct business in a way that respects the dignity and safety of all people.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Man With a Van Anerley provides local and regional removal and transport services. Our activities rely on vehicles, fuel providers, equipment suppliers, and occasional use of agency labour and subcontracted services. We understand that these areas can present risks of exploitative labour practices, particularly where third parties are involved in recruitment, logistics, warehousing, and cleaning services.

We are committed to working only with suppliers and partners who share our values and who can demonstrate that they operate legally, ethically, and without the use of forced, bonded, or trafficked labour.

Zero-Tolerance Policy

Man With a Van Anerley has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. This applies to every aspect of our business and to all individuals and organisations that we work with, including employees, agency workers, subcontractors, and suppliers.

We do not knowingly engage with any party that uses forced labour, exploits workers, withholds documents or wages, or otherwise breaches internationally recognised human rights standards. Any breach or suspected breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter and may result in termination of contracts and referral to relevant authorities.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers and subcontractors to operate in full compliance with all applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws. As part of our supplier due diligence, we seek written confirmation of compliance with anti-slavery and human trafficking legislation and require clarity on their own supply chain management.

Where we assess a higher risk, we may conduct additional checks, request further documentation, or visit supplier premises to verify working conditions. Supplier audits may include reviews of hiring practices, evidence of worker identity verification, wage and working time records, and health and safety arrangements.

If a supplier is unable or unwilling to meet our standards, we will not start or will discontinue the business relationship. We also encourage suppliers to raise any concerns they identify within their own supply chains.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Everyone working for or with Man With a Van Anerley is encouraged to report any concerns relating to modern slavery, human trafficking, or other unethical labour practices. Concerns can be raised directly with management or through established internal reporting channels.

Reports may include suspicions about the treatment of workers, withholding of wages, confiscation of identity documents, inappropriate recruitment fees, or unsafe or degrading working and living conditions. All reports are taken seriously and will be investigated promptly and sensitively.

We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against any person who raises a concern in good faith. Confidentiality will be respected as far as is reasonably possible in the circumstances of any investigation.

Training and Awareness

We aim to ensure that relevant staff understand the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking in our sector and how to identify signs of exploitation. Training and guidance are provided to managers and staff involved in procurement, recruitment, and supplier management so they can recognise warning signs and respond appropriately.

We also communicate our expectations to suppliers and subcontractors so that awareness of modern slavery risks is embedded throughout our supply chain.

Monitoring and Annual Review

We are committed to continuous improvement in preventing modern slavery and human trafficking. Our approach, policies, and procedures are reviewed at least once a year and updated where necessary to reflect changes in legislation, best practice, or our business operations.

As part of the annual review, we consider the effectiveness of our current measures, the outcomes of any investigations, supplier audit findings, staff feedback, and any reported concerns. Where improvements are identified, we implement action plans and communicate these internally and, where appropriate, to key suppliers.

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement has been approved on behalf of Man With a Van Anerley and will be reviewed and updated annually to ensure it remains accurate and effective.