Modern Slavery Statement for Man With a Van Primrose Hill

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Man With a Van Primrose Hill in respect of the current financial year. It sets out the steps we are taking to identify, prevent, and address modern slavery and human trafficking risks within our operations and supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Man With a Van Primrose Hill provides local and regional moving, transport, and related support services to residential and commercial customers. Our activities are primarily carried out in the United Kingdom, and our supply chains include the sourcing of vehicles, fuel, equipment, uniforms, storage facilities, and occasional use of subcontracted labour and specialist services.

We recognise that modern slavery can occur in any sector and at any point in a supply chain. We therefore maintain a vigilant and proactive approach, even where we consider the overall risk to be relatively low.

Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

We operate a clear and explicit zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, servitude, human trafficking, debt bondage, and child labour. This applies to our direct employees, agency workers, contractors, and any third-party suppliers or business partners with whom we work.

We expect all individuals and organisations associated with Man With a Van Primrose Hill to uphold the same high standards of human rights and labour practices. Any breach or suspected breach of this policy will be treated with utmost seriousness and may result in the termination of contracts or working relationships, and, where appropriate, referral to the relevant authorities.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We are committed to assessing and managing modern slavery risks throughout our supply chain. As part of our supplier onboarding and ongoing relationship management, we seek to work with reputable suppliers who can demonstrate compliance with applicable labour, human rights, and anti-slavery legislation.

Key elements of our approach include:

Conducting due diligence checks on new suppliers, including an assessment of their ethical standards and labour practices. Requesting confirmation from higher-risk suppliers that they have their own modern slavery policies and procedures in place. Reserving the right to conduct audits or request evidence from suppliers to verify compliance with our standards, particularly where the nature of the goods or services presents an elevated risk of exploitation. Taking corrective action, which may include improvement plans, suspension, or termination of contracts where a supplier is found to be non-compliant or unwilling to address identified issues.

We are committed to strengthening our due diligence and audit processes over time, with a focus on areas of greatest risk and impact.

Reporting Channels and Protection

Man With a Van Primrose Hill encourages a culture of openness and accountability. All employees, contractors, and suppliers are expected to report any concerns they may have about modern slavery or unethical practices connected to our operations or supply chains.

Concerns can be raised through internal management channels or directly to a senior member of the business. We will investigate all reports promptly, discreetly, and objectively, and where necessary we will engage with external experts or authorities.

We will not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith. Individuals who speak up are encouraged to provide as much information as possible so that effective action can be taken to protect potential victims and address underlying issues.

Training and Awareness

We are working to build awareness of modern slavery risks across our workforce and among key suppliers. This includes providing guidance to managers and staff on recognising signs of exploitation, understanding reporting routes, and appreciating the importance of ethical conduct in everyday decision-making.

As our business grows and our supply chains evolve, we will continue to review our training needs and update our materials to reflect emerging risks and good practice.

Monitoring, Annual Review, and Continuous Improvement

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least annually by the leadership of Man With a Van Primrose Hill. The review will consider the effectiveness of our policies, due diligence processes, supplier audits, and reporting mechanisms, as well as any incidents or concerns raised during the year.

Where opportunities for improvement are identified, we will update our procedures and communicate changes to relevant staff and suppliers. Our goal is to continuously strengthen our ability to prevent and address modern slavery risks, and to ensure that our services are delivered in a way that respects the dignity and rights of all people involved.

This statement has been approved by the management of Man With a Van Primrose Hill and represents our ongoing commitment to responsible and ethical business conduct.