Man With Van Roehampton is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in every part of its operations. This statement sets out the principles, responsibilities, and controls that support our zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of forced labour, servitude, exploitation, and unlawful recruitment. We expect the highest standards of conduct from our team members, contractors, and business partners, and we actively work to ensure our services are delivered ethically and responsibly.

Modern slavery can take many forms, including debt bondage, child labour, forced labour, and deception in recruitment. As a local moving and transport service, Man With Van Roehampton recognises that risks may arise not only within direct operations but also across supply chains and subcontracted services. For this reason, we apply proportionate controls to identify, prevent, and respond to risk. Our approach is based on vigilance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

We require all staff to follow our anti-slavery and human trafficking standards as part of induction and ongoing compliance awareness. Managers are responsible for ensuring that working practices remain fair, lawful, and transparent. Any indication of coercion, document retention, withholding of wages, or unreasonable working conditions is treated seriously. Where concerns are identified, we investigate promptly and take corrective action without delay.

Supplier Oversight and Ethical Procurement

Our supply chain includes fuel providers, equipment suppliers, maintenance partners, and other third parties that support our moving operations. To reduce risk, Man With Van Roehampton carries out supplier audits and reviews based on the nature of the relationship and the level of exposure. These checks may include onboarding questionnaires, policy reviews, document verification, and periodic reassessment of high-risk suppliers. We expect suppliers to demonstrate lawful employment practices and clear evidence that workers are treated fairly.

Where a supplier fails to meet our standards, we reserve the right to request remedial action, suspend the relationship, or terminate the arrangement if necessary. Ethical procurement is not simply a contractual requirement; it is a core part of how Man With Van Roehampton protects vulnerable people and maintains trust. We also encourage suppliers to adopt their own robust safeguards and to cascade anti-slavery expectations through their own networks.

Risk management is supported by record keeping, contract clauses, and periodic internal checks. We maintain a proportionate approach that reflects the size and structure of our business while ensuring that potential warning signs are not overlooked. Staff involved in procurement or subcontractor selection are trained to recognise indicators such as unclear labour arrangements, excessive fees charged to workers, or inconsistencies in identity and right-to-work information.

Reporting, Investigation, and Accountability

We encourage anyone connected with our business to report concerns about exploitation, unsafe practices, or possible modern slavery. Reporting channels are designed to be clear, confidential where appropriate, and accessible to employees, contractors, and suppliers. Concerns may be raised through management escalation routes, internal compliance reporting, or other approved whistleblowing procedures. No person will suffer retaliation for raising a concern in good faith.

All reports are assessed promptly and handled sensitively. Where the information suggests a credible risk, we initiate an investigation and preserve relevant evidence. Depending on the outcome, we may engage with the supplier or individual involved, implement corrective controls, or refer matters to the appropriate authorities. Man With Van Roehampton believes that early reporting is essential to preventing harm and ensuring that suspected abuse is not hidden or normalised.

This statement is reviewed annually to confirm that it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with legal expectations and operational realities. The annual review considers changes in legislation, supplier risk, training needs, audit findings, and any reported concerns. As part of that process, we assess whether our controls need strengthening and whether additional safeguards should be introduced. We are committed to improving our response year after year and to maintaining a culture in which dignity, fairness, and lawful employment are upheld across Man With Van Roehampton and its supply chain.