Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Hackney

Man With Van Hackney is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Man With Van Hackney to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and other forms of exploitation within our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can affect many industries, including transport, logistics, vehicle maintenance, cleaning, and temporary labour services.

Our position is clear: we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery in any form. This applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and business partners associated with Man With Van Hackney. We expect every person who works with or for our company to uphold ethical standards and to act in a way that protects dignity, safety, and lawful employment practices. Any breach of this policy may result in immediate action, including termination of the relationship.

We carry out risk-based assessments to identify areas where modern slavery risks may exist. The most relevant risks for a Man With Van Hackney operation are linked to subcontracted services, labour provision, vehicle sourcing, and third-party maintenance arrangements. By reviewing these areas carefully, we can reduce exposure and strengthen accountability across our business.

Supplier onboarding includes checks designed to confirm that suppliers operate responsibly and comply with applicable labour laws. We expect all suppliers to provide accurate information about their workforce, recruitment practices, and working conditions. Supplier audits may be conducted periodically, either as scheduled reviews or as unannounced checks where appropriate. These audits help us verify that our partners do not use forced labour, debt bondage, or child labour, and that workers are treated fairly and paid lawfully.

We also require suppliers to agree to our ethical standards and to cooperate fully with investigations or information requests. If any concern is identified, Man With Van Hackney will investigate promptly and take proportionate action. This may include corrective measures, increased monitoring, suspension of work, or removal from our approved supplier list. Our goal is not only compliance, but continuous improvement in responsible business conduct.

Training is provided to relevant team members so they can recognise signs of exploitation and understand how to respond. Staff are encouraged to remain alert to warning indicators such as withheld documents, unusual recruitment fees, restricted movement, or workers appearing fearful or controlled. Awareness is a practical safeguard, and it supports the wider culture of responsibility within Man With Van Hackney.

We have established clear reporting channels so that concerns about modern slavery can be raised safely and in confidence. Employees, suppliers, and contractors are encouraged to report any suspicion, concern, or incident without fear of retaliation. Reports are handled seriously, investigated promptly, and reviewed by appropriate managers. Confidentiality is respected wherever possible, and no individual will suffer disadvantage for raising a genuine concern in good faith.

To strengthen our controls, modern slavery considerations are built into our procurement and supplier management processes. When selecting partners, we look for evidence of ethical recruitment, legal compliance, and responsible workforce management. We recognise that modern slavery risks may evolve over time, which is why our controls are reviewed regularly and adapted when needed. This commitment applies across the full range of Man With Van Hackney activities, from operational planning to subcontracted support.

We understand that meaningful prevention requires consistent oversight. Accordingly, this statement is supported by management accountability, internal monitoring, and ongoing review of supplier performance. Where concerns arise, we will act quickly to protect workers and to ensure our standards are upheld.

Annual review is a key part of our approach. This statement will be reviewed at least once every year to assess its effectiveness, update our risk controls, and reflect any changes in legislation, operations, or supply chain structure. The review process ensures that Man With Van Hackney remains proactive in identifying risk and improving its response.

Following each review, we will make any necessary improvements to policies, training, auditing, or reporting procedures. By maintaining a zero-tolerance stance, carrying out supplier audits, encouraging safe reporting, and completing an annual review, Man With Van Hackney demonstrates its commitment to ethical practice and the prevention of modern slavery in all parts of its business.