Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Hackneymarshes

Man With Van Hackneymarshes is committed to conducting business in an ethical, lawful, and responsible manner. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour in all parts of our operations and supply chain. We recognise that the movement of goods, subcontracted services, vehicle support, and related logistics can carry elevated labour risks, and we take these risks seriously.

Our commitment applies to every aspect of the business, including hiring, subcontracting, procurement, and day-to-day operations. We expect all staff, contractors, and suppliers to uphold the same standards. The company’s position is clear: there is no acceptable form of modern slavery in the Man With Van Hackneymarshes network, and any breach of this policy may result in immediate termination of the relationship.

We also require all people acting on behalf of the company to remain alert to indicators of exploitation such as withheld wages, restricted movement, excessive working hours, debt bondage, or identity document retention. Any concern, whether proven or suspected, will be treated with seriousness and investigated promptly.

Risk Assessment and Supplier Audits

To reduce the risk of modern slavery, Man With Van Hackneymarshes carries out supplier audits and regular checks on business partners where appropriate. These reviews focus on labour practices, subcontracting arrangements, pay structures, recruitment methods, and compliance with applicable employment law. We particularly monitor suppliers operating in higher-risk areas or those supplying labour-intensive services.

Our due diligence process includes requesting supplier declarations, reviewing policies, and assessing the transparency of working conditions. Where concerns arise, we may ask for further documentation, conduct additional audits, or suspend engagement until satisfactory improvements are made. We prefer to work only with partners who demonstrate ethical conduct and can show clear evidence of responsible labour management.

If a supplier is found to be non-compliant, we will require corrective action within a defined timeframe. Where remediation is not possible, or where deliberate exploitation is identified, the business relationship may be ended immediately. This approach supports the integrity of Man With Van Hackney Marshes and reinforces our determination to prevent abuse at every level.

Reporting Channels and Accountability

Everyone connected with the business must feel able to report concerns without fear of retaliation. We maintain internal reporting channels for employees and contractors to raise issues relating to exploitation, unsafe labour practices, or suspicious supplier behaviour. Reports may be made confidentially and will be handled with discretion and care.

All concerns are reviewed by management and, where needed, escalated for investigation. We encourage immediate reporting of any suspected wrongdoing so that early action can be taken. If a case involves a serious risk to an individual, we will act quickly to protect that person and cooperate with relevant authorities as required.

Our leadership team is responsible for ensuring this policy is understood and applied. Training, communication, and oversight are used to strengthen awareness across the company. At Man With Van Hackneymarshes, accountability is not symbolic; it is part of how we operate and how we protect the people linked to our services.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This statement and our wider anti-slavery controls are reviewed annually to ensure they remain effective, current, and aligned with legal expectations. The review considers audit results, reported concerns, supplier performance, recruitment practices, and any changes in law or risk profile. Where improvements are identified, action plans are put in place without delay.

We understand that preventing modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility, not a one-time exercise. Therefore, Man With Van Hackney Marshes will continue to refine its checks, strengthen supplier standards, and improve awareness across the business. We also expect our partners to cooperate in this effort and to maintain the same commitment to ethical conduct.

In summary, this Modern Slavery Statement reflects the principles that guide Man With Van Hackneymarshes: zero tolerance for exploitation, consistent supplier audits, secure reporting channels, and annual review. By maintaining these safeguards, we aim to ensure that our work is carried out with dignity, fairness, and respect for human rights.