Modern Slavery Statement for Man And Van Lewisham

Man And Van Lewisham is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the principles and actions we apply to prevent slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and all forms of exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that the movement of goods, the use of subcontracted services, and the purchasing of materials can create risks if they are not properly managed. For that reason, we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery in any form.

Our Commitment and Responsibility

Modern slavery is incompatible with our values and our way of working. Man And Van Lewisham expects every employee, contractor, and supplier to uphold lawful, ethical, and transparent standards. We take responsibility for identifying, reducing, and addressing risks across all relevant business activities, including transport support, storage handling, packing supplies, and associated services. Where concerns arise, we act promptly and proportionately to protect vulnerable individuals and to maintain ethical standards throughout the business.

Our approach begins with prevention. We assess potential risk factors before entering into new supplier relationships and continue to monitor them throughout the relationship. Suppliers are required to confirm that they do not use forced, bonded, trafficked, or child labour. They must also demonstrate that workers are treated fairly, paid appropriately, and allowed to work freely. We expect them to maintain accurate records and to cooperate with audits and checks when requested.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

To support our zero-tolerance policy, Man And Van Lewisham carries out supplier audits and due diligence reviews on a risk-based basis. These reviews may include assessment of labour practices, subcontracting arrangements, recruitment methods, wage records, and working conditions. Higher-risk suppliers are subject to closer monitoring and more frequent checks. If a supplier fails to meet our expectations, we may require immediate corrective action, suspend work, or end the relationship where necessary.

Reporting Channels and Safeguarding

We encourage everyone connected with our operations to raise concerns without fear of retaliation. Reporting channels are designed to allow concerns about suspected modern slavery, unsafe working conditions, unethical recruitment, or abuse of workers to be reported internally through management or compliance procedures. All reports are handled seriously, investigated promptly, and recorded confidentially where appropriate. Protection for whistleblowers is an important part of our approach, and we do not tolerate victimisation of anyone who raises a genuine concern.

In addition to internal procedures, we expect managers and supervisors to remain alert to warning signs such as unexplained worker dependence, restricted movement, poor living conditions, unusual debt arrangements, or signs of intimidation. Staff are trained to recognise these indicators and to escalate them quickly. Where a concern suggests that a person may be at immediate risk, we prioritise safeguarding and seek support from the appropriate authorities or specialist organisations.

Our commitment also extends to recruitment and employment practices. We ensure that identity checks, right-to-work checks, and role suitability checks are carried out in line with applicable law. We do not charge workers for access to employment, and we expect recruitment agencies and labour providers to follow the same ethical standard. This helps us reduce the risk of hidden exploitation in the wider supply chain and reinforces a culture of accountability.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This statement and the controls that support it are reviewed annually to ensure they remain effective, relevant, and aligned with legal requirements and operational realities. During the review, Man And Van Lewisham considers any incidents, audit findings, supplier concerns, training needs, and opportunities to strengthen our processes. The review may result in updated supplier requirements, improved monitoring, or additional staff guidance where risks have changed.

We view continuous improvement as essential to preventing modern slavery. Ethical transport and removals services depend on trust, transparency, and responsibility across every stage of the supply chain. By maintaining a clear zero-tolerance position, applying supplier audits, providing safe reporting channels, and reviewing our approach each year, Man And Van Lewisham works to ensure that our business is not connected to exploitation in any form.

Man And Van Lewisham remains dedicated to operating as a responsible service provider that respects human dignity and promotes fair working practices. We will continue to strengthen our controls, support awareness across our workforce, and cooperate with partners who share the same commitment to lawful and ethical conduct. Our aim is simple: to prevent modern slavery, protect vulnerable people, and uphold the highest standards in all that we do.