Modern Slavery Statement for Man With a Van Bounds Green

Man With a Van Bounds Green is committed to conducting its operations in a responsible, ethical, and transparent manner. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our own operations and throughout our supply chains. We recognise that the transport and logistics sector can be exposed to particular risks and we are determined to identify, prevent, and address them.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms. This means we will not knowingly engage with or support any organisation, individual, or activity that is involved in forced labour, servitude, debt bondage, child labour, or any other practice that deprives a person of their liberty or fundamental rights for personal or commercial gain.

All staff, including drivers, administrative personnel, and management, are expected to act in accordance with this policy and to uphold the highest standards of integrity in all business dealings. Any breach of this policy by employees may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or contract.

Our Operations and Supply Chain

Man With a Van Bounds Green provides local and regional transport, removals, and delivery services. While our direct workforce is relatively small and closely managed, we rely on a range of suppliers and business partners, including vehicle hire companies, fuel providers, equipment suppliers, and, where necessary, subcontracted drivers or removal partners.

We understand that risks can arise where temporary labour, third-party contractors, or overseas suppliers are involved. We are therefore committed to assessing and managing these risks on an ongoing basis, with particular focus on labour practices, recruitment processes, and working conditions.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers and subcontractors to adhere to standards that are consistent with our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery. We will not knowingly work with any supplier that fails to meet these expectations or that refuses to cooperate with our efforts to verify compliance.

To reinforce this commitment, we are implementing the following measures:

We conduct due diligence checks when onboarding new suppliers and subcontractors, including enquiries about labour practices, use of recruitment agencies, and relevant policies. We reserve the right to undertake audits, either through documentation reviews or on-site visits where appropriate, to assess compliance with labour standards and to identify any indicators of exploitation or trafficking. Where concerns are identified, we will engage with the supplier to seek remediation. If satisfactory improvements are not made within a reasonable timeframe, we will review the relationship and may suspend or terminate the contract.

Training, Awareness, and Reporting Channels

We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff and key suppliers. Training and guidance will focus on recognising warning signs, understanding the rights of workers, and knowing how to respond to potential concerns safely and appropriately.

We encourage all employees, contractors, and suppliers to report any suspicion or knowledge of modern slavery or related exploitation connected to our business. Reports can be made directly to a line manager or to senior management. We will treat all concerns seriously and sensitively, and we will not tolerate any form of victimisation or retaliation against individuals who raise issues in good faith.

All reports will be investigated promptly and, where necessary, we will cooperate with relevant authorities and specialist organisations to protect potential victims and address underlying causes.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that combating modern slavery is an ongoing process that requires continuous improvement. We are committed to reviewing our policies, procedures, and risk assessments on a regular basis to ensure they remain effective and proportionate to our activities and supply chains.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least once every twelve months by our management team. As part of the annual review, we will evaluate the effectiveness of our due diligence processes, supplier audits, training programmes, and reporting mechanisms. Where necessary, we will update our practices and take additional steps to strengthen our approach.

This Statement reflects our current commitments to preventing modern slavery within Man With a Van Bounds Green and forms part of our broader responsibility to operate as an ethical and accountable business.