Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Hounslow

Man With Van Hounslow is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. Modern slavery includes slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking, and we take a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of exploitation in our operations or supply chain. This statement sets out the steps taken by Man With Van Hounslow to help ensure that our services are delivered ethically and responsibly.

We recognise that risks can arise in transport, storage, recruitment, subcontracting, and procurement. As a local removals and transport provider, Man With Van Hounslow expects all staff, contractors, and suppliers to uphold the same standards. Our commitment is grounded in compliance, vigilance, and continuous improvement, with a focus on preventing harm before it occurs.

To support this commitment, we maintain policies and procedures that prohibit exploitation, discrimination, and abusive working practices. We require lawful employment, fair wages, and safe working conditions across our business relationships. Any indication of coercion, debt bondage, withheld documents, or restricted movement is treated as a serious matter and escalated without delay.

Supplier due diligence is central to our approach. We assess new and existing suppliers based on risk factors such as geography, labour practices, and the nature of the goods or services provided. High-risk relationships may be subject to enhanced scrutiny, including document checks, declarations of compliance, and supplier audits. These audits may review recruitment methods, worker welfare arrangements, payroll records, and evidence of right-to-work compliance.

Where concerns are identified, we expect prompt corrective action. Suppliers that fail to meet our standards may be required to improve controls, provide evidence of remediation, or face termination of the relationship. Our procurement decisions consider not only price and performance, but also ethical conduct and respect for human dignity.

We also provide training and internal awareness so that relevant team members can recognise warning signs of modern slavery. This includes understanding suspicious third-party labour arrangements, unusual deductions, intimidation, and signs that a worker may not be free to leave employment. A stronger culture of awareness helps protect both our people and those connected to our supply chain.

Reporting suspected misconduct is encouraged and protected. Team members, suppliers, and other stakeholders may raise concerns through our internal reporting channels, which allow issues to be reported confidentially and without fear of retaliation. All reports are reviewed seriously, investigated proportionately, and handled with discretion. Where necessary, matters may be referred to the appropriate authorities.

We make clear that retaliation against anyone who raises a genuine concern will not be tolerated. Zero tolerance applies not only to slavery and trafficking, but also to any attempt to conceal, ignore, or normalise abusive behaviour. We expect managers to act immediately when concerns arise and to preserve records, evidence, and witness accounts appropriately.

This statement is reviewed annually to reflect changes in law, risk, and business activity. The review considers the effectiveness of our controls, any incidents reported during the year, the outcome of supplier audits, and opportunities to strengthen our processes. By reviewing our approach each year, Man With Van Hounslow reinforces its commitment to ethical practice and responsible business conduct.