Man with Van Edgware Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Man with Van Edgware takes to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to uphold human rights, act ethically and transparently, and support fair working practices across all aspects of our business.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Man with Van Edgware has a clear zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, debt bondage, child labour, and exploitation. We are committed to conducting our business in a way that respects the dignity and rights of every person we engage with, whether directly or indirectly.

All team members, contractors, and suppliers are expected to act in line with this policy. We will not knowingly work with any organisation or individual involved in modern slavery or who fails to uphold basic labour, human rights, and ethical standards.

Our Operations and Supply Chain

Man with Van Edgware provides transport and moving services and operates through directly engaged staff and a selected group of suppliers and subcontractors. Our supply chain includes vehicle leasing and maintenance providers, fuel and equipment suppliers, uniform and packaging suppliers, and occasional subcontracted transport services.

We acknowledge that certain areas of the logistics and transport sector may present a higher risk of labour exploitation. We therefore take a risk-based, proactive approach to identifying, assessing, and reducing the potential for modern slavery within our operations and supply network.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers, subcontractors, and business partners to share our commitment to preventing modern slavery. When selecting and reviewing suppliers, we consider their approach to ethical conduct, labour conditions, and human rights.

Our supplier standards include the requirement that:

They do not use forced, bonded, or involuntary labour. They do not employ workers under the legal minimum working age in the relevant country. They provide fair terms and conditions, including reasonable working hours, lawful wages, and safe working environments. They respect the right of workers to freedom of movement and do not withhold identity documents.

We reserve the right to conduct audits or request evidence to assess compliance with these expectations. Where appropriate, we may undertake on site visits, review documentation, or request written confirmations relating to labour practices. If a supplier fails to meet our standards, we will seek remedial action and, where necessary, terminate the relationship.

Training, Awareness, and Responsibility

Responsibility for overseeing this Modern Slavery Statement rests with the management team of Man with Van Edgware. Management is responsible for ensuring that appropriate procedures are in place to manage risks and respond to concerns.

We seek to build awareness among our staff and regular contractors so they can recognise the signs of modern slavery and understand how to respond. This includes guidance on identifying potential indicators of exploitation, such as restricted freedom of movement, signs of coercion, or obviously unfair working conditions.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Man with Van Edgware encourages anyone connected to our business, including employees, contractors, suppliers, and customers, to report any concerns or suspicions related to modern slavery or human trafficking.

Concerns can be raised confidentially to management in person or in writing. We will treat all reports seriously and, where possible, sensitively and confidentially. Retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith is strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated.

Where appropriate, we will cooperate with relevant authorities and agencies to investigate and address any suspected cases of modern slavery that come to our attention.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that preventing modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility and that our approach must evolve as risks, regulations, and best practices develop. Man with Van Edgware is committed to continual improvement in the way we manage and monitor our operations and supply chains.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be formally reviewed at least once every 12 months by our management team. The review will consider any incidents reported, audit findings, feedback from stakeholders, changes in legal requirements, and developments in industry practice. Where necessary, we will update our policies, procedures, and training to strengthen our controls and further reduce the risk of modern slavery.

By publishing this statement, Man with Van Edgware affirms its commitment to responsible business conduct and to working with others to eliminate modern slavery and human trafficking.