Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Finsbury

At Man With Van Finsbury, we are committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and with integrity. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the principles and controls we apply to help prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and all forms of exploitation within our operations and supply chains.

We recognise that the logistics and removal sector can involve multiple service providers, subcontractors, and goods suppliers. For that reason, Man With Van Finsbury takes a proactive approach to identifying and reducing risk. Our zero-tolerance policy means we will not knowingly work with any person or organisation involved in slavery, servitude, coercion, or abusive labour practices.

This commitment is embedded in our internal standards, procurement decisions, and supplier expectations. We expect all staff, contractors, and business partners to uphold the same values and to act in a way that protects workers’ rights, dignity, and safety.

Our Policy and Governance

We maintain clear procedures to ensure that modern slavery risks are considered at the point of recruitment, onboarding, and supplier selection. Where appropriate, Man With Van Finsbury requires suppliers to confirm compliance with applicable labour laws and ethical employment standards.

Our management team is responsible for overseeing this statement and ensuring that our practices remain effective. We also provide internal guidance so that workers understand how to spot warning signs, such as withheld wages, restricted movement, excessive working hours, or signs of intimidation.

When concerns arise, they are treated seriously and investigated promptly. If any partner is found to be in breach of our standards, we may suspend, terminate, or refuse the relationship, depending on the severity and circumstances.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

Supplier risk management is a key part of our approach. Before engaging new suppliers, Man With Van Finsbury reviews available information on their ownership, labour arrangements, and operating practices. We prioritise suppliers who demonstrate transparency and a clear commitment to lawful employment.

We also conduct supplier audits where risk indicators justify further review. These audits may include document checks, contract reviews, evidence of payroll compliance, and confirmation that workers are freely employed. Audit findings are used to strengthen our controls and support corrective action where needed.

We encourage suppliers to maintain their own ethical standards and to apply similar checks within their own supply chains. In this way, our modern slavery prevention efforts extend beyond direct relationships and support broader accountability.

Reporting Channels and Escalation

We want concerns to be raised early. Employees and contractors are encouraged to report any suspicion of exploitation, unsafe labour conditions, or unethical conduct through the internal reporting channels available within the business. Reports may be made confidentially, and all concerns are handled with sensitivity.

Man With Van Finsbury will not tolerate retaliation against anyone who reports a concern in good faith. All disclosures are reviewed by responsible management, and where necessary, matters are escalated for further investigation, supplier review, or external action.

We also expect our suppliers to provide equivalent channels so that workers can raise issues without fear. This helps ensure that potential harm is identified quickly and addressed before it can escalate.

Training, Monitoring, and Annual Review

To keep our approach effective, we provide awareness information to relevant staff so they understand the signs of exploitation and the importance of ethical sourcing. Monitoring is ongoing, and our records are reviewed periodically to assess whether additional controls are required.

We will review this statement annually to ensure it remains accurate, relevant, and aligned with our business activities and risk profile. The annual review will consider any incidents, supplier performance, audit results, and changes in legal or best-practice expectations.

Through continuous improvement, Man With Van Finsbury aims to uphold a supply chain that respects human rights and reflects our long-term commitment to fair and lawful working practices.