Modern Slavery Statement for Man With a Van Aldgate

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Man With a Van Aldgate in respect of the financial year ending 31 December. It sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. As a provider of removals and related transport services, we recognise our responsibility to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and to respect the human rights of all individuals who may be affected by our activities.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Man With a Van Aldgate maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business relationships and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure that slavery and human trafficking are not taking place anywhere within our business or associated supply chains.

We expect the same high standards from all of our suppliers, subcontractors, and business partners. We will not knowingly work with any party that engages in or condones modern slavery practices, and we reserve the right to terminate relationships where non-compliance is identified.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Our core business involves local and regional removals, courier work, and light logistics services. Our supply chains primarily include vehicle leasing and maintenance providers, fuel suppliers, equipment and packing material suppliers, recruitment and labour agencies, and other service providers that support our day-to-day operations.

We recognise that certain aspects of the transport and logistics sector can be vulnerable to labour exploitation. We therefore take particular care where temporary labour, subcontracted driving, or out-of-hours services are used, and we work to ensure that individuals engaged in or supporting our services are treated fairly and lawfully.

Supplier Standards and Audits

Man With a Van Aldgate is progressively embedding modern slavery considerations into our supplier and contractor management processes. We are committed to taking the following measures with respect to our suppliers and partners:

We require suppliers to comply with all applicable labour, human rights, and health and safety legislation, and to confirm that they do not engage in modern slavery or human trafficking. We are incorporating modern slavery clauses into new and renewed contracts, obliging suppliers to maintain appropriate policies, training, and due diligence within their own operations and supply chains.

We conduct proportionate risk-based supplier audits and reviews. These may involve requesting documentary evidence of employment practices, reviewing health and safety records, and, where feasible, carrying out site visits. Where risks are identified, we expect suppliers to implement corrective action plans within a reasonable timeframe and to provide evidence that improvements have been made.

Policies, Training, and Reporting Channels

Our internal policies, including our code of conduct and whistleblowing procedures, support our stance against modern slavery. These policies set clear expectations for all workers, whether directly employed or engaged through third parties.

We provide appropriate training and awareness for managers and staff involved in procurement, recruitment, and operations so they can recognise the signs of modern slavery and understand how to respond. Training covers topics such as fair recruitment, working conditions, and respecting human rights.

Man With a Van Aldgate encourages all employees, contractors, and third parties to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking at the earliest opportunity. Concerns can be raised through internal reporting channels, confidentially and without fear of retaliation. All reports will be investigated promptly, and where necessary we will involve relevant external agencies or authorities.

Ongoing Due Diligence and Risk Management

We are committed to continually improving our approach to identifying, assessing, and mitigating the risks of modern slavery. Our due diligence measures include assessing country, sector, and supplier risk, conducting checks on labour providers and subcontractors, and ensuring that right-to-work documentation is properly verified for individuals engaged in our operations.

Where higher risks are identified, we may implement enhanced monitoring, more frequent supplier reviews, or the use of more detailed questionnaires to obtain assurances about employment practices, wage payments, working hours, and freedom of movement.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually to ensure it remains current, effective, and reflective of our evolving business activities and risk profile. As part of the annual review, we consider feedback from employees and stakeholders, the outcomes of supplier audits, and any incidents or concerns raised during the year.

We are committed to strengthening our controls, refining our training programmes, and expanding our due diligence activities over time. Our aim is not only to prevent modern slavery within our own business and supply chains, but also to play a positive role in raising standards across the wider removals and logistics sector.

This statement has been approved by the management of Man With a Van Aldgate and represents our firm commitment to combating modern slavery and human trafficking in all its forms.