Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Monkenhadley
At Man With Van Monkenhadley, we are committed to conducting business in an ethical, transparent, and responsible manner. This modern slavery statement sets out the actions we take to help prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can take many forms and can affect people in different industries, so we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that exploits workers or violates basic human rights.
Our commitment applies to all areas of the business, including transport, logistics, subcontracted services, cleaning, maintenance, and the sourcing of goods and materials. We expect every person working with Man With Van Monkenhadley to uphold the same standards. This includes employees, contractors, and suppliers who support our services. We believe that a strong ethical culture begins with clear expectations, ongoing vigilance, and decisive action when concerns arise.
To reduce risk, Man With Van Monkenhadley applies due diligence procedures when engaging suppliers and service partners. We assess the nature of each relationship, the location of operations, and the likelihood of labour-related risks. Where appropriate, we require suppliers to confirm compliance with relevant labour laws and ethical requirements. We also reserve the right to request supporting information, review working practices, and end relationships where serious concerns are identified.
Supplier oversight is an important part of our approach. We conduct supplier audits based on risk, focusing on indicators such as fair recruitment, wage compliance, working hours, identity document retention, and the treatment of migrant workers. These reviews may include document checks, site visits, and discussions with management regarding staffing arrangements and subcontracting chains. If weaknesses are found, we expect prompt corrective action and monitor progress closely.
Internal controls also help us address modern slavery risks. We provide guidance to relevant team members so they can recognise warning signs such as restricted movement, debt bondage, intimidation, or unusual recruitment practices. We encourage a culture in which ethical concerns are taken seriously and recorded appropriately. In this way, our modern slavery controls are not limited to contract terms; they are part of everyday operational decision-making.
We also recognise that effective prevention depends on accessible and trusted reporting channels. Any concern about modern slavery, unsafe labour practices, or unethical behaviour may be raised through our internal reporting process. Reports are reviewed confidentially, and concerns are escalated to the appropriate manager for investigation. We do not tolerate retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith, and we aim to respond to reports promptly and fairly.
Man With Van Monkenhadley expects all workers and business partners to cooperate with investigations and provide accurate information. Where evidence suggests that modern slavery may be present, we will take immediate steps to protect affected individuals and work with the relevant parties to address the issue. Remedial action may include pausing work, increasing oversight, or ending a supplier relationship if necessary. Our priority is to support responsible practices and prevent harm.
This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with current legal and ethical expectations. The review considers any incidents, audit findings, training needs, supplier changes, and updates to risk areas. Lessons learned are used to strengthen policies and controls for the following year. By reviewing our approach each year, we aim to keep improving our protection against modern slavery across the business.
We believe that responsible business practice requires ongoing commitment, not a one-time declaration. Through clear expectations, supplier audits, reporting channels, and annual review, Man With Van Monkenhadley seeks to maintain robust safeguards against exploitation. 
Our statement reflects a continuing effort to operate with integrity and to ensure that modern slavery has no place in our organisation or supply chains.