Modern Slavery Statement for Man And Van Battersea

Man And Van Battersea is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and with full respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, child labour, and exploitation in any part of our operations or supply chain. We believe that every worker deserves dignity, fair treatment, and freedom from coercion.

As a professional man and van Battersea service, we recognise that our responsibility extends beyond moving goods from one place to another. It includes ensuring that the people and organisations we work with uphold the same standards of integrity. Our approach is guided by transparency, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

We do not tolerate any form of abuse, threats, withheld wages, debt bondage, or restrictions on movement. These principles apply to employees, contractors, agency workers, and third-party suppliers. Any breach of this policy is treated as a serious matter and may result in immediate termination of the relationship.

We carry out supplier audits to assess labour practices, hiring standards, record keeping, and the handling of worker welfare. Where appropriate, we review supplier declarations, confirm compliance expectations, and request evidence of lawful employment practices. A Man And Van Battersea supplier must be able to demonstrate that it operates with fairness and respects human rights at every stage of delivery.

Our procurement process includes checks designed to identify risks linked to vulnerable workers, subcontracting, and high-risk geographies. If any concern is identified, we ask for corrective action plans and monitor progress closely. Where a supplier fails to meet our standards, we reserve the right to suspend or end the relationship.

We also expect our partners to maintain accurate employment documentation, use lawful recruitment methods, and avoid charging workers fees that could create dependency or exploitation. These controls help us maintain a responsible and resilient supply chain across all Man and Van Battersea activities.

Reporting concerns is a vital part of our safeguarding framework. We encourage employees, contractors, and suppliers to raise concerns about modern slavery, unethical conduct, or suspicious labour practices through our internal reporting channels. Reports are handled confidentially and, where possible, anonymously. Anyone who raises a concern in good faith is protected from retaliation.

Our response process is designed to act quickly and carefully. Allegations are reviewed by the appropriate management team, evidence is gathered, and corrective action is taken when needed. If a concern involves a supplier or subcontractor, we investigate the matter thoroughly and may initiate a targeted audit or temporary suspension while the issue is assessed.

At the Man And Van Battersea service level, we communicate our expectations through onboarding, policy briefings, and contract terms so that modern slavery risks are understood from the outset. Training is provided where necessary to help staff recognise warning signs such as unusual restrictions on workers, inconsistent pay arrangements, or signs of intimidation.

This statement reflects our ongoing commitment to ethical business practice and the prevention of exploitation. We know that modern slavery can take many forms, and we remain alert to risks in recruitment, logistics, subcontracting, and temporary labour arrangements. Our zero-tolerance policy is not symbolic; it is embedded in the way we select partners, manage operations, and respond to concerns.

We will continue to strengthen our controls through regular supplier monitoring, internal awareness, and practical oversight. The Board or senior management will review the effectiveness of this statement and associated procedures at least annually, or sooner if required by changes in law, risk profile, or business operations. Each review considers any reported incidents, audit results, and opportunities to improve safeguards.

Through these measures, Man And Van Battersea seeks to ensure that our services are delivered in a lawful, fair, and respectful manner. We remain committed to acting decisively wherever risk is identified and to promoting a culture in which exploitation has no place in our business or supply chain.