Modern Slavery Statement for Man With A Van Deptford

Man With A Van Deptford is committed to conducting business in an ethical, lawful, and responsible manner. We recognise that modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and exploitation are severe violations of human rights. This statement sets out the steps taken to prevent such practices within our operations and supply chains. Our zero-tolerance policy applies to all staff, contractors, and suppliers, and we expect every party working with Man With A Van Deptford to uphold the same principles.

We operate with a clear commitment to fairness, dignity, and respect. As a local moving and transport service, we understand that our work may involve temporary labour, subcontracted services, and third-party procurement. For that reason, Man With A Van Deptford takes proactive action to ensure that no aspect of our business supports modern slavery in any form. Our approach is built on prevention, transparency, and accountability.

All employees receive guidance on recognising warning signs such as restricted freedom, withholding of wages, coercion, or signs of abuse. We encourage an open culture where concerns can be raised without fear of retaliation. Any suspected breach involving Deptford van services or associated partners is treated seriously and investigated promptly. Where appropriate, corrective action, suspension of engagement, or termination of the relationship will follow.

Our procurement practices are designed to reduce risk throughout the supply chain. We carry out proportionate supplier audits and checks on new and existing suppliers, especially those providing labour, logistics, cleaning, vehicle maintenance, or equipment. These audits assess working conditions, employment practices, and compliance with anti-slavery expectations. We prefer suppliers who can demonstrate documented policies, ethical hiring processes, and reliable record keeping.

As part of our due diligence, suppliers may be asked to confirm that they do not use forced or trafficked labour and that they comply with all relevant employment laws. Man With A Van Deptford reserves the right to review contracts, request supporting evidence, and disengage from any supplier that fails to meet our standards. This helps protect our business and supports a fairer transport sector in the wider community.

Our reporting framework is central to the effective prevention of exploitation. Team members, contractors, and supply chain partners are expected to report concerns immediately through internal reporting channels. These channels allow issues to be escalated confidentially and without prejudice. Concerns may relate to recruitment practices, workplace treatment, payment irregularities, or suspicious behaviour that may indicate modern slavery. Every report is reviewed carefully, logged, and acted upon in line with our procedures.

We recognise that modern slavery risks can change over time, particularly as business activities, suppliers, or workforce arrangements evolve. For this reason, we conduct an annual review of our policies, training materials, and supplier risk controls. This review considers whether our measures remain effective and identifies any areas needing improvement. Where necessary, we update our procedures to strengthen oversight and maintain compliance.

The annual review for Man With A Van Deptford also includes assessment of incident trends, audit results, staff awareness, and any changes in legal guidance. Senior management is responsible for ensuring that findings lead to practical improvements. This ongoing process reflects our belief that ethical business conduct is not a one-time commitment, but a continuous responsibility.

In support of this statement, Man With A Van Deptford will continue to promote training, vigilance, and responsible decision-making across the organisation. We expect all workers and business partners to share our commitment to preventing exploitation. By maintaining a strong zero-tolerance position, strengthening supplier audits, supporting secure reporting channels, and completing an annual review, Deptford moving services can contribute meaningfully to the fight against modern slavery.