Modern Slavery Statement for Man With A Van Plumstead

Man With A Van Plumstead is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can exist in many forms, and we take a zero-tolerance policy approach to any practice that exploits people or undermines their dignity.

Our commitment applies across all areas of activity, including vehicle hire support, removals, packing services, subcontracted work, and the sourcing of materials and equipment. We expect every employee, contractor, and supplier associated with Man With A Van Plumstead to act lawfully and ethically. In line with this expectation, we regularly assess risk, strengthen controls, and promote awareness of the signs of exploitation.

We also recognise that vigilance must be ongoing. Modern slavery risks may arise where labour is outsourced, where recruitment is unmanaged, or where pressure is placed on vulnerable workers. For this reason, Man With A Van Plumstead reviews processes to ensure that working conditions remain transparent, fair, and compliant with applicable labour standards.

Our Policies and Due Diligence

At the centre of our approach is a clear zero-tolerance policy toward slavery and human trafficking. Any confirmed breach of this policy may result in immediate corrective action, termination of a contract, or reporting to the relevant authorities where appropriate. This position is reinforced through internal policies covering recruitment, onboarding, workplace conduct, and supplier engagement.

We carry out supplier due diligence and supplier audits to evaluate whether partners share our ethical standards. These audits may include checks on employment practices, worker documentation, wage arrangements, working hours, and subcontracting controls. Where concerns are identified, we require prompt remediation and may suspend business relationships if risks are not addressed satisfactorily.

Our procurement decisions take account of modern slavery risk factors, including geography, labour intensity, and the use of temporary or migrant labour. Man With A Van Plumstead aims to work only with organisations that can demonstrate responsible business conduct and a willingness to cooperate with ongoing compliance reviews. We also maintain records of findings so that trends can be monitored over time and preventive action can be strengthened.

Reporting Channels and Accountability

We encourage all workers and business partners to raise concerns if they suspect exploitation, coercion, unsafe conditions, or any other sign of modern slavery. Reporting channels are designed to be accessible, confidential, and free from retaliation. Concerns may be raised through management, designated compliance personnel, or internal reporting processes established for ethical matters.

Man With A Van Plumstead will treat every report seriously and investigate concerns promptly and fairly. Anyone who raises an issue in good faith will be protected from victimisation or disadvantage. This commitment helps create a culture in which suspected abuse can be challenged early and addressed decisively.

Training and awareness activities support these reporting channels by helping staff understand how exploitation can appear in practice. We aim to ensure that people involved in planning, hiring, purchasing, or subcontracting can identify warning signs such as restricted movement, withheld pay, or intimidation. By combining awareness with clear reporting routes, Man With A Van Plumstead strengthens its ability to respond effectively.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually to ensure that it remains effective, current, and aligned with evolving legal and operational risks. The review considers audit outcomes, supplier performance, reported concerns, and any changes in the nature of our activities or supply chain. Where improvement is needed, we update procedures and strengthen oversight.

The annual review also provides an opportunity to assess whether our zero-tolerance policy is being embedded consistently and whether supplier audits are producing meaningful results. Man With A Van Plumstead is committed to continuous improvement and to learning from every compliance review so that our safeguards remain practical and robust.

We believe that preventing modern slavery is a shared responsibility. Through clear standards, careful monitoring, and a strong ethical culture, Man With A Van Plumstead will continue working to ensure that its operations and supply chains uphold human rights and respect for all individuals.