Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery Statement for Man with Van Hammersmith

Man with Van Hammersmith is committed to conducting its business in an ethical and responsible manner. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation in our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to respect human rights and to act with integrity in all our dealings.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

We have a clear zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery and human trafficking. Modern slavery is a severe violation of fundamental human rights and is strictly prohibited in any part of our business. We will not condone, support, or engage in any practice that involves forced labour, debt bondage, child labour, or any form of exploitation.

All employees, contractors, and suppliers are expected to uphold our values and comply with this policy. Any breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter and may result in the termination of employment or business relationships, as well as reporting to relevant authorities where appropriate.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Man with Van Hammersmith operates as a transport and removals service provider. Our activities include local and regional transportation, moving services, and related logistics support. Our supply chains primarily involve vehicle hire and maintenance, fuel providers, equipment suppliers, and occasional use of sub-contracting for specialist services.

We understand that risks of modern slavery may exist at different levels of the supply chain, particularly where there is reliance on temporary labour, outsourced services, or international sourcing. We are committed to identifying and mitigating those risks proactively.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers and business partners to share our commitment to preventing modern slavery. As part of our due diligence, we assess new and existing suppliers against ethical, legal, and labour standards. Our supplier standards require compliance with applicable labour laws, fair working conditions, and the prohibition of any form of forced or compulsory labour.

Where appropriate, we conduct supplier audits to verify compliance with our standards. These audits may include requesting documented evidence of labour practices, reviewing policies and procedures, and where feasible, onsite visits or virtual assessments. Any supplier found to be in breach of our modern slavery requirements will be asked to implement corrective actions within a defined timeframe. Failure to respond adequately may result in suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Employee Awareness and Responsibilities

We aim to build awareness among employees about the signs of modern slavery and their role in preventing it. Relevant staff are made aware of our Modern Slavery Statement and are expected to act if they have concerns. Managers have a responsibility to promote ethical conduct and to escalate any suspected breaches promptly.

We encourage open communication and do not tolerate any form of retaliation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith, whether they relate to our own operations or to our suppliers.

Reporting Channels

Any employee, contractor, supplier, or other stakeholder who suspects that modern slavery or human trafficking may be occurring in connection with our business is encouraged to report their concerns. Reports can be made to a line manager, a senior member of management, or through other designated internal reporting channels made known within the business.

All reports will be treated seriously and, where possible, handled confidentially. We will investigate concerns promptly, take appropriate action, and cooperate with law enforcement or regulatory bodies as required. We are committed to ensuring that no one suffers any detriment for reporting a genuine concern about modern slavery.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that the fight against modern slavery is ongoing and requires continuous improvement. We regularly review our policies, procedures, and supplier engagement practices to strengthen our approach and address new or emerging risks.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least once every year to ensure it remains effective and relevant to our operations and supply chains. As our business develops, we will continue to refine our due diligence processes, expand our supplier oversight, and enhance staff awareness so that we can play an active part in eliminating modern slavery and human trafficking.

This statement has been approved by the management of Man with Van Hammersmith, who are responsible for its implementation and for ensuring that it is communicated and upheld across the business.