Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is made by Man With a Van Docklands in respect of its operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms and to promote ethical practices across every aspect of our business.

Man With a Van Docklands provides transport and removal services and engages with a range of suppliers, subcontractors, and service partners. We are committed to conducting our activities in a manner that respects human rights and complies with all applicable legislation relating to modern slavery and human trafficking.

Zero-Tolerance Policy

Man With a Van Docklands has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, child labour, and any form of exploitation. This applies to all persons working for or on behalf of our business, including employees, agency workers, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers at every level.

We expect all parties associated with us to share this commitment. Any breach or suspected breach of our zero-tolerance policy may result in the termination of contracts or working relationships, as well as notification to appropriate authorities where required.

Our Supply Chain and Risk Management

Our supply chain primarily includes vehicle leasing and maintenance providers, fuel suppliers, equipment and packaging suppliers, and subcontracted transport and removal partners. We acknowledge that certain parts of the transport and logistics sector may present higher risks of labour exploitation, particularly where temporary or migrant labour is used.

To manage these risks, we aim to engage only with reputable suppliers and partners who can demonstrate compliance with relevant labour, employment, and human rights standards. We reserve the right to cease working with any supplier who fails to align with our standards or who is unable to provide sufficient assurance of their compliance.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

Man With a Van Docklands undertakes proportionate due diligence on key suppliers and subcontractors. This may include the review of policies and practices relating to modern slavery, confirmation of legal right to work checks, and examination of health and safety and working conditions where applicable.

We conduct periodic supplier reviews and, where appropriate, audits designed to assess compliance with our anti-slavery expectations. Suppliers are expected to provide accurate information about their own supply chains and to take reasonable steps to prevent modern slavery in their operations. Where concerns arise, we will seek clarification, require corrective actions, or, if necessary, end the commercial relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage all employees, workers, suppliers, and other stakeholders to raise concerns about any issue or suspicion of modern slavery or human trafficking in any part of our operations or supply chain. Concerns may include indicators of forced labour, unreasonable recruitment fees, retention of identity documents, restricted movement, or abusive working or living conditions.

Reports can be made in good faith through our internal reporting routes or by speaking directly with a manager or senior representative of Man With a Van Docklands. We are committed to treating all reports sensitively and, where possible, confidentially, and to ensuring that no one suffers any detrimental treatment for raising concerns about modern slavery or human trafficking.

Training and Awareness

We seek to build awareness among our staff and relevant contractors about the risks and indicators of modern slavery and human trafficking. Training and guidance are provided in a way that is appropriate to the roles and responsibilities of individuals, with particular focus on those involved in recruitment, supplier management, and frontline operations.

We aim to support our people in understanding how to identify potential instances of exploitation and how to escalate concerns through the correct channels.

Monitoring, Review, and Continuous Improvement

Man With a Van Docklands is committed to continuous improvement in the prevention of modern slavery and human trafficking. We monitor the effectiveness of our measures through the review of supplier performance, audit findings, incident reports, and feedback from workers and partners.

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement will be reviewed at least annually and updated as necessary to reflect changes in our business operations, legislation, or best practice guidance. The annual review will consider the adequacy of our policies, due diligence activities, training, and reporting mechanisms, with the aim of strengthening our approach over time.

This statement has been approved by the management of Man With a Van Docklands, who take overall responsibility for ensuring that it is implemented and upheld throughout the organisation.