Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Harrow

Man With Van Harrow is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that every person involved in our service, whether directly employed or engaged through a supplier, must be treated with dignity and protected from abuse.

Our zero-tolerance policy applies to all forms of slavery and exploitation. We do not accept, support, or ignore any practice that may involve coercion, debt bondage, child labour, withholding of wages, document retention, or threats of any kind. This policy is embedded in our procedures, and Man With Van Harrow expects all staff, contractors, and suppliers to comply fully with relevant laws and ethical standards.

We also provide regular training so that workers understand how to identify warning signs and respond appropriately. Awareness is essential, because modern slavery can be hidden behind seemingly ordinary work arrangements. By reinforcing our values, Man With Van Harrow aims to ensure that ethical conduct remains central to every service we deliver.

Our supply chain includes vehicle support, equipment sourcing, cleaning services, and administrative partners. To manage risk, we conduct supplier audits and due diligence checks based on the nature and location of each supplier. These reviews assess labour practices, working conditions, recruitment methods, and compliance with anti-slavery expectations. Where concerns arise, we request corrective action, additional evidence, or, if necessary, termination of the relationship.

We expect suppliers to demonstrate transparency in their own operations and to extend the same standards to their subcontractors. The emphasis is not only on compliance but also on responsible business conduct. For Man With Van Harrow, ethical sourcing is an ongoing commitment, not a one-time exercise, and it plays a vital role in reducing hidden risks across the wider chain.

Risk assessment is reviewed across different business activities, with particular attention given to any arrangement involving temporary labour, outsourced work, or international procurement. We understand that the moving and logistics sector may present vulnerabilities if controls are weak. For that reason, Man With Van Harrow strengthens oversight through documented checks, record keeping, and clear escalation routes when issues are identified.

We encourage anyone connected to our business to report concerns without fear of retaliation. Our reporting channels allow workers, suppliers, and associated parties to raise suspicions of forced labour, unsafe recruitment, or any behaviour inconsistent with this statement. Concerns are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled confidentially wherever possible. The protection of whistleblowers is fundamental to maintaining trust and accountability.

If a concern is substantiated, we act decisively. This may include suspension of work, remedial steps, retraining, enhanced monitoring, or ending a relationship where improvement is not possible. We believe that clear action is necessary to uphold the principles of Modern Slavery prevention and to ensure that ethical expectations are more than words on paper.

Senior management holds responsibility for overseeing implementation and ensuring that modern slavery controls remain effective. This includes approving policies, reviewing risk trends, and verifying that supplier checks are completed. Our governance approach supports a culture in which Man With Van Harrow can respond quickly to emerging issues while maintaining consistent standards across all activities.

This statement is subject to an annual review so that our approach remains current, practical, and aligned with legal requirements and best practice. Each review considers changes in operations, supply chain risks, training effectiveness, audit outcomes, and any incidents reported during the year. Lessons learned are used to improve controls and strengthen prevention measures.

Through this process, Man With Van Harrow reaffirms its commitment to responsible trading and human rights protection. We will continue to refine our policies, monitor suppliers, and support a safe environment in which exploitation has no place. Our aim is simple: to ensure that every part of our business reflects integrity, vigilance, and respect for people.