Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

Man With a Van Camberwell is committed to operating responsibly, ethically, and with integrity in all our business dealings. We oppose all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking and work to ensure that our operations and supply chains are free from exploitation, forced labour, and abusive working conditions.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Man With a Van Camberwell provides transport and removal services to residential and commercial customers. Our activities rely on a network of drivers, vehicles, equipment providers, and other service suppliers. We recognise that, although our organisation is relatively small, there are risks of modern slavery in wider supply chains, particularly in sectors such as logistics, temporary labour, cleaning, vehicle maintenance, and ancillary services.

We are committed to identifying, assessing, and minimising these risks through clear policies, careful supplier selection, and ongoing monitoring of our business relationships.

Zero-Tolerance Policy

We have a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking in all their forms. This applies to our own operations and to any organisation that supplies goods or services to us. We will not knowingly engage with or support any business or individual involved in forced labour, servitude, debt bondage, deceptive recruitment, or any practice that exploits people or violates their fundamental rights.

All managers, staff, contractors, and suppliers are expected to uphold this commitment and ensure that their conduct aligns with our values and legal obligations.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers and contractors to operate in a lawful, ethical, and transparent manner. Our procurement and onboarding processes are designed to help identify and exclude any suppliers that cannot demonstrate compliance with relevant labour laws and our own standards.

Where appropriate to the size and nature of the relationship, we may conduct due diligence checks on suppliers, which can include reviewing policies, requesting declarations on labour practices, and making inquiries about recruitment methods and working conditions. We reserve the right to conduct audits or request evidence of compliance, and to terminate relationships with suppliers that fail to meet our expectations or refuse reasonable requests for information.

Training and Awareness

We strive to ensure that those working for or on behalf of Man With a Van Camberwell understand the risks of modern slavery and how to identify warning signs. Managers and staff with responsibility for procurement, recruitment, and supplier management are made aware of our policies and their role in preventing exploitation. We encourage open discussion about ethical issues and continuously look for ways to strengthen our knowledge and practices.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage anyone working with or for Man With a Van Camberwell, as well as our customers and members of the public, to report any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking. This includes suspicions about working conditions, recruitment methods, treatment of workers, or any behaviour that may indicate exploitation.

Concerns can be raised confidentially through our internal reporting procedures or directly to management. Reports will be taken seriously, treated sensitively, and investigated promptly. We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against any person who raises a concern in good faith.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We are committed to continual improvement in our approach to tackling modern slavery. Each year, we will review this statement and our related policies to assess their effectiveness and to reflect any changes in legislation, industry guidance, or our business activities.

The annual review will consider the outcomes of any supplier checks, audits, or investigations, as well as feedback from staff and stakeholders. Where necessary, we will update our procedures, enhance training, and strengthen our contractual requirements with suppliers.

This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the management of Man With a Van Camberwell and will be reviewed and updated on an annual basis to ensure it remains current, robust, and aligned with our ethical obligations.