Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is made by Man With a Van Waterloo in respect of our financial year and sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. As a provider of transport, removals, and associated services, we recognise our responsibility to uphold the highest ethical standards and to respect the human rights of all individuals who work with or for us.

Modern slavery is a crime and a gross violation of fundamental human rights. It can take many forms, including slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, bonded labour, and human trafficking. Man With a Van Waterloo is firmly committed to ensuring that modern slavery has no place in our business or in the businesses of those who supply goods and services to us.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

Man With a Van Waterloo maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. This commitment applies to all aspects of our operations, including our directly employed staff, casual and temporary workers, contractors, and suppliers. We will not knowingly enter into, or maintain, relationships with any individual or organisation that is involved in, or complicit with, modern slavery or human trafficking.

All colleagues are expected to act with integrity and to uphold our values and policies at all times. We clearly communicate that any breach of our anti-slavery principles may lead to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or contract, and may also result in reporting to relevant authorities.

Our Supply Chain and Supplier Audits

Our supply chain includes providers of vehicles, fuel, equipment, uniforms, storage facilities, and various professional services. While our direct supply chain is relatively simple and largely local, we recognise that risks can exist at multiple tiers and we take steps to identify and address these risks proportionately.

We aim to work only with reputable suppliers who share our commitment to ethical business practices. As part of our supplier due diligence, we may assess prospective and existing suppliers against our modern slavery standards. This can include requesting information about their policies, workforce practices, recruitment processes, and use of subcontractors.

Where we identify higher risk areas, we may undertake more detailed supplier audits. These audits focus on working conditions, employment status, payment practices, and the presence of any indicators of forced or exploitative labour. If concerns are identified, we will work with the supplier to implement corrective actions within a defined timeframe. If satisfactory improvements are not made, we reserve the right to review, suspend, or terminate the business relationship.

Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels

Man With a Van Waterloo encourages all workers, suppliers, and other stakeholders to speak up if they have any concerns regarding modern slavery or human trafficking connected to our operations or supply chains. No individual who raises a concern in good faith will suffer any form of detrimental treatment as a result of reporting their suspicions.

Concerns may be raised with a manager or senior member of the business, or through any existing internal reporting channels. Reports can be made confidentially, and we will handle all information sensitively and, where possible, anonymously. Every report will be taken seriously and investigated promptly, and appropriate remedial action will be taken where necessary.

Where there is evidence that modern slavery or human trafficking may have occurred, we will consider referral to the relevant enforcement or regulatory bodies and we will cooperate fully with any subsequent investigations.

Training, Awareness and Continuous Improvement

We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks across our workforce. Relevant team members receive information and guidance on recognising potential signs of exploitation, such as unusual working patterns, signs of coercion, or workers appearing fearful or unable to speak freely. Managers involved in procurement or supplier management are made aware of our modern slavery expectations and how to apply them in practice.

We also seek to improve our procedures and controls over time. Lessons learned from any incidents, audits, or supplier reviews are used to strengthen our approach and reduce the risk of recurrence. We will continue to monitor evolving legal requirements and good practice guidance and will adjust our processes where appropriate.

Monitoring and Annual Review

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement is reviewed at least annually by the leadership of Man With a Van Waterloo. The review considers the effectiveness of our existing measures, feedback from staff and suppliers, the outcome of any audits, and any reported concerns or incidents.

As part of each annual review, we will evaluate whether additional steps are required to improve our controls, enhance supplier due diligence, or provide further training. Where needed, we will update our internal policies and procedures to reflect these enhancements. Our aim is to ensure that this Statement remains accurate, relevant, and proportionate to the nature and scale of our business activities.

This Statement has been approved by the leadership of Man With a Van Waterloo, who are responsible for ensuring its implementation and for promoting a culture in which modern slavery and human trafficking are never tolerated.