Man And A Van Richmond Upon Thames is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and with 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 modern slavery can exist in many forms, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that undermines dignity, freedom, or lawful employment.

As a local removals and transport business, Richmond upon Thames Man And A Van relies on people, vehicles, equipment, and third-party services to deliver dependable work. Because of this, we take practical action to ensure that our standards are reflected across all levels of service. We expect every employee, contractor, and supplier to act with integrity and to comply with applicable labour laws, safe working practices, and ethical business conduct.

Our commitment applies to recruitment, onboarding, subcontracting, procurement, and operational decision-making. We do not knowingly engage with any organisation involved in exploitative labour, debt bondage, withheld wages, document retention, or coercive working arrangements. When assessing risk, Man And A Van Richmond Upon Thames considers factors such as geography, labour arrangements, and the nature of services provided.

Supplier audits are an important part of our control framework. We review selected suppliers and subcontractors to confirm that they maintain lawful employment practices and appropriate worker protections. These reviews may include checks on contracts, wage arrangements, right-to-work processes, and evidence of compliance with health, safety, and employment standards. Where concerns are identified, we expect corrective action, and we may suspend or end the relationship if issues are not addressed.

The Man And A Van Richmond Upon Thames supply chain is intentionally kept under active oversight. We encourage transparency and require suppliers to confirm that they do not use forced labour, child labour, or any form of coercion. Our procurement approach values responsible partners who can demonstrate clear policies, fair employment conditions, and a willingness to cooperate with audits and improvement requests. This helps us reduce risk while supporting ethical service delivery.

To help identify wrongdoing early, we maintain secure reporting channels so that concerns can be raised without fear of retaliation. Employees and associated workers are encouraged to report suspected exploitation, unsafe practices, or breaches of policy through internal management routes. All reports are treated seriously, handled confidentially where appropriate, and investigated promptly. Any substantiated concern may lead to disciplinary action, corrective measures, or referral to the relevant authorities.

Training and awareness support our prevention efforts. Staff involved in recruitment, supervision, purchasing, or subcontractor management receive guidance on recognising warning signs of exploitation and on responding appropriately. This includes understanding unusual payment requests, restricted movement, inconsistent identity documents, and signs of control or intimidation. By building awareness, we strengthen the ability of Man And A Van Richmond Upon Thames to act quickly and responsibly.

We also monitor our procedures to ensure they remain effective and proportionate to the risks we face. Records relating to supplier checks, concerns raised, and follow-up actions are kept for review and improvement. If a case indicates a wider risk, we update controls, refine supplier due diligence, and reinforce expectations across the business. Our aim is to create a culture in which exploitation has no place.

Annual review is a key feature of this statement. Each year, Man And A Van Richmond Upon Thames reviews the effectiveness of its approach, including policy implementation, supplier audits, training activity, and any reported concerns. The review allows us to identify gaps, strengthen safeguards, and confirm ongoing alignment with ethical and legal responsibilities. Where necessary, we update our statement and working practices to reflect evolving risks and best practice.

Through consistent vigilance, responsible procurement, and a clear zero-tolerance policy, Man And A Van Richmond Upon Thames remains committed to preventing modern slavery in all forms. We will continue to uphold human dignity, demand transparency from business partners, and improve our safeguards so that our operations remain ethical, lawful, and respectful of every person involved.