Modern Slavery Statement for Man and Van Belsize Park

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Man and Van Belsize Park to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We are committed to conducting business in an ethical and transparent manner and to safeguarding the rights and wellbeing of all individuals who work with or for us.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Man and Van Belsize Park maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, servitude, child labour and human trafficking. We will not knowingly work with any organisation or individual that engages in, supports or condones such practices. This commitment applies to our employees, agency workers, contractors, suppliers and all other business partners.

Our zero-tolerance stance is embedded in our company values, policies and day-to-day practices. We expect everyone associated with our business to uphold and promote these standards and to act immediately if concerns arise.

Our Operations and Supply Chain

Our core services involve the provision of local and regional removals and transport solutions. While our direct operations are relatively simple, we recognise that risks can exist at any stage of the supply chain, including providers of vehicles, fuel, equipment, storage facilities and temporary labour.

We seek to work only with reputable suppliers and partners who share our commitment to ethical conduct and respect for human rights. We actively communicate our expectations and make it clear that modern slavery, in any form, is unacceptable.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We conduct due diligence on key suppliers and contractors to assess potential risks of modern slavery. This may include gathering information on their employment practices, reviewing their own modern slavery policies, and checking for any adverse findings from publicly available sources.

Where we identify higher-risk relationships, we may carry out more detailed reviews or on-site assessments. We reserve the right to conduct audits of suppliers and contractors to verify compliance with our standards. If a supplier is found to be in breach of our expectations in relation to modern slavery, we will take appropriate action, which may include requiring corrective measures or terminating the relationship.

Reporting Channels and Escalation

We encourage all employees, workers, contractors and suppliers to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking connected with our business or supply chain. Reports can be made through internal reporting lines, to supervisors or managers, or directly to senior management.

All concerns raised will be taken seriously, treated sensitively and, where possible, handled confidentially. We will investigate reported issues promptly and fairly and will not tolerate any form of victimisation or retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith.

Training and Awareness

We aim to build awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff and key partners. This may include providing guidance on recognising indicators of exploitation, understanding our policies and knowing how to report concerns. We expect managers and those with responsibility for procurement and supplier relationships to be particularly vigilant.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Man and Van Belsize Park is committed to continual improvement in our approach to identifying and addressing modern slavery risks. We monitor the effectiveness of our actions and update our procedures when needed to respond to evolving risks, legislation and best practice.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed annually by our management team to ensure it remains current, effective and aligned with our operations. Any significant changes to our business or supply chain practices will be reflected in an updated statement, which will be communicated internally and made available to stakeholders.

Approval of this Statement

This statement has been approved by the management of Man and Van Belsize Park, who accept overall responsibility for ensuring that it is implemented and upheld throughout the business. All employees and business partners are expected to support the principles set out in this statement and to contribute to the prevention of modern slavery in all its forms.