Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Hornsey

Man With Van Hornsey is committed to conducting business with integrity, dignity, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Man With Van Hornsey to prevent slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and all forms of exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can occur in any sector, and we take a zero-tolerance approach to any practice that undermines personal freedom or fair work.

As a removal and transport service provider, Man With Van Hornsey understands that our activities may involve drivers, support staff, contractors, and suppliers. For that reason, we maintain a clear framework designed to identify risk, promote ethical conduct, and ensure that every person associated with our business is treated lawfully and fairly. Our commitment applies to all areas of the business, including recruitment, procurement, subcontracting, and day-to-day operations.

This statement reflects our ongoing effort to uphold responsible business standards and to ensure that modern slavery has no place in Man With Van Hornsey or in the wider network of organisations we work with. We expect all personnel and business partners to comply with the principles set out in this statement and to act promptly if any concern is identified.

Our zero-tolerance policy means that we will not knowingly engage with any individual or organisation involved in slavery, servitude, forced labour, child exploitation, or human trafficking. Any confirmed breach of this policy may result in immediate termination of the working relationship, where appropriate, together with further action in line with legal obligations. We apply this standard consistently, regardless of role, location, or commercial value.

To strengthen prevention, Man With Van Hornsey carries out supplier audits and due diligence checks on a risk-based basis. These reviews help us understand who we work with, how labour is sourced, and whether suppliers maintain fair employment practices. We may assess policies, worker documentation, subcontracting arrangements, wage records, and evidence of safe working conditions. When a concern is identified, we require corrective action and monitor progress until the issue is resolved.

Our recruitment practices are also designed to reduce risk. We verify the right to work, avoid unlawful deductions, and ensure that workers are not charged fees that could place them in debt or dependency. In addition, we encourage managers to remain alert to warning signs such as restricted movement, unclear pay arrangements, or signs that a worker may not be acting freely.

Reporting channels are a vital part of our approach. Man With Van Hornsey encourages all staff, contractors, and suppliers to report concerns in good faith whenever something appears unusual, unsafe, or inconsistent with our standards. Reports may relate to suspected coercion, intimidation, withholding of documents, or any other behaviour that may indicate exploitation. Concerns are treated seriously, reviewed promptly, and handled with discretion. No person should fear retaliation for raising a genuine concern.

Where appropriate, allegations are escalated for internal review and may lead to further investigation, supplier reassessment, or engagement with relevant authorities. We aim to protect individuals who come forward and to create a culture in which speaking up is seen as a responsible and necessary action. This supports the wider goal of maintaining ethical and lawful business operations across the Man With Van Hornsey network.

Training and awareness also play an important role. We communicate our expectations to workers and business partners so they understand how to recognise risk and where to report concerns. This helps build a stronger supply chain and reinforces our commitment to lawful, respectful, and transparent working practices.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with current legal requirements and operational risk. The annual review considers audit findings, reported concerns, supplier performance, changes in regulation, and any lessons learned from previous periods. If improvements are needed, we update our approach and strengthen our controls accordingly.

Through this ongoing review cycle, Man With Van Hornsey aims to improve prevention measures and maintain a robust response to modern slavery risks. Our objective is not only to comply with the law, but also to promote a business environment where human rights are respected and exploitation is actively prevented. We believe that ethical conduct, careful oversight, and clear accountability are essential to responsible service delivery.

By applying this Modern Slavery Statement, Man With Van Hornsey affirms its commitment to operating with integrity and vigilance. We will continue to monitor our practices, strengthen supplier accountability, and ensure that any concern about exploitation is taken seriously and addressed without delay.