Modern Slavery Statement for Man with Van Nine Elms
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Man with Van Nine Elms is taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships, and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure modern slavery is not taking place anywhere in our business.
Modern slavery is a crime and a fundamental violation of human rights. It can take many forms, including slavery, servitude, forced and compulsory labour, and human trafficking. Man with Van Nine Elms recognises our responsibility to respect human rights and to play an active role in identifying, preventing, and addressing the risk of modern slavery.
Our Zero-Tolerance Policy
Man with Van Nine Elms operates a strict zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery. We do not tolerate any form of forced labour, child labour, human trafficking, or exploitation in our own operations or those of our suppliers and business partners. This commitment applies to all staff, including permanent, temporary, and agency workers, and to contractors, subcontractors, and any other third parties involved in providing goods or services to our business.
All managers and supervisors are responsible for promoting and upholding this policy, ensuring that all workers are treated fairly, paid lawfully, and employed voluntarily. Any breach of this policy by an employee may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal. Any breach by a supplier or contractor may result in the termination of our relationship with them.
Supply Chain Standards and Supplier Audits
Our supply chain includes providers of vehicles, fuel, equipment, storage facilities, and labour services that support our man and van operations. We expect all suppliers to share our commitment to preventing modern slavery and to comply with applicable labour and human rights laws.
To support this, we are implementing due diligence processes for new and existing suppliers. Where appropriate and proportionate to the risk, these processes may include pre-engagement assessments, requests for information on labour practices, and confirmation of compliance with our ethical standards.
We reserve the right to conduct audits of selected suppliers. These audits may involve reviewing documentation, policies, and evidence of worker protections, as well as on-site visits where relevant and feasible. If an audit identifies actual or suspected modern slavery, we will work with the supplier to address the issue promptly, or, where necessary, suspend or end the business relationship.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Man with Van Nine Elms encourages all employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers to raise concerns about any issue or suspicion of modern slavery in any part of our operations or supply chain at the earliest possible stage.
Concerns can be raised directly with line managers or senior management. Workers are also encouraged to report concerns through any established internal reporting channels or grievance procedures available within their employment arrangements. We will treat all reports seriously and sensitively, investigate concerns promptly, and take appropriate action where wrongdoing is identified.
We are committed to ensuring that no one suffers any detrimental treatment for reporting a genuine concern about modern slavery, even if it turns out to be mistaken. Retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith is strictly prohibited.
Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement
We are working to increase awareness of modern slavery risks among our management team and relevant staff. This includes providing guidance on recognising signs of exploitation, understanding our zero-tolerance policy, and knowing how to escalate concerns. As our business and supply chains develop, we will continue to improve our processes and controls.
We recognise that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility. Man with Van Nine Elms is committed to reviewing and enhancing our policies and practices as legislation, best practice guidance, and our own operations evolve.
Annual Review and Governance
This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least once every year by the leadership of Man with Van Nine Elms. The annual review will assess the effectiveness of our actions, identify any new or emerging risks, and determine further steps required to strengthen our approach to preventing modern slavery in our business and supply chains.
Following each review, the statement may be updated to reflect improvements to our policies, procedures, and oversight. By maintaining a regular review cycle, Man with Van Nine Elms aims to ensure that our commitment to combating modern slavery remains active, transparent, and aligned with our broader ethical and business responsibilities.
