Modern Slavery Statement for Man And A Van Uxbridge

Man And A Van Uxbridge is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement reflects our zero-tolerance approach to slavery, servitude, forced labour, child labour, and human trafficking in any part of our operations or supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can affect many sectors, including transport, logistics, storage, and service support, and we take this responsibility seriously.

As a provider of removal and transport services, Man and a Van Uxbridge understands that our suppliers, contractors, and partners must meet the same ethical standards we expect of ourselves. We are committed to identifying, preventing, and addressing any risk of exploitation. Our approach is based on diligence, accountability, and continuous improvement, with clear expectations placed on everyone who supports our work.

This statement applies to all employees, subcontractors, and suppliers engaged by Man and Van Uxbridge. We will not knowingly work with any party involved in exploitative practices. If concerns arise, they will be taken seriously and investigated promptly. Our aim is to ensure that our operations remain safe, lawful, and aligned with responsible business conduct.

To support our commitment, we apply a structured supplier review process. Supplier audits are carried out where appropriate to assess working conditions, labour practices, documentation, and compliance with our ethical expectations. These reviews may include checks on workforce management, subcontracting arrangements, wage practices, and the presence of policies that prevent exploitation.

We expect suppliers to demonstrate transparent recruitment practices, lawful employment, and the ability to trace labour used in service delivery. Any supplier found to present a risk of modern slavery may be required to take corrective action or face suspension of the relationship. This applies equally to the Uxbridge Man and a Van network and to any associated service providers that contribute to our operations.

Our procurement decisions take into account not only quality and reliability but also respect for human dignity. We encourage all partners to adopt their own anti-slavery controls and to share evidence of ethical compliance when requested. Through these measures, we aim to strengthen our supply chain resilience while reducing the risk of hidden labour abuse.

Reporting and Response

We have established clear reporting channels so that employees, contractors, and suppliers can raise concerns about modern slavery without fear of retaliation. Reports may be made through internal management routes, and all disclosures are handled confidentially where possible. Man And A Van Uxbridge will investigate allegations carefully and take appropriate action based on the findings.

Anyone who suspects coercion, unsafe recruitment, document retention, debt bondage, or any other form of exploitation is encouraged to speak up immediately. We promote a culture where raising concerns is treated as a duty, not a risk. Our reporting process is designed to support timely intervention and to help protect vulnerable people from harm.

Where a credible concern is identified, we will review the facts, pause relevant activity if needed, and work with the parties involved to address the issue. If necessary, we will terminate relationships that do not meet our standards. Man and a Van in Uxbridge remains committed to acting responsibly and decisively when safeguarding concerns arise.

Governance, Training, and Review

We provide awareness training to relevant staff so they can recognise signs of exploitation and understand how to escalate concerns. This supports our wider governance framework, which includes responsibility at management level for monitoring ethical compliance. Man And A Van Uxbridge will continue to embed modern slavery risk awareness into its day-to-day operations and procurement activity.

Our policy is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with current legal and ethical expectations. During each review, we assess supplier controls, incident trends, reporting effectiveness, and any changes in operational risk. This annual process helps us strengthen our response and improve our preventative measures over time.

As part of this ongoing commitment, we will update our controls where needed and share responsibilities across the business to maintain vigilance. Man and A Van Uxbridge believes that transparency, routine review, and accountable leadership are essential to preventing modern slavery and protecting the people connected to our services.