Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Elephantandcastle

Man With Van Elephantandcastle is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps taken to prevent forced labour, human trafficking, servitude, and child exploitation within our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can take many forms, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that violates fundamental labour rights.

As a responsible Man With Van Elephantandcastle provider, we expect all employees, contractors, and business partners to uphold ethical standards at every stage of service delivery. Our approach is based on transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement. We work to ensure that all work is carried out voluntarily, that wages are paid fairly, and that working conditions are safe and lawful.

This statement applies to our own activities and to the suppliers and subcontractors that support our services. We understand that higher-risk areas may exist in transport, logistics, cleaning, maintenance, and outsourced support services. For that reason, Man With Van Elephantandcastle takes a proactive approach to identifying risk and addressing concerns before they escalate.

Our zero-tolerance position is embedded in internal policies, onboarding checks, and supplier expectations. Any indication of coercion, debt bondage, withheld identity documents, unlawful deductions, or restricted movement is treated as a serious matter. Where concerns arise, they are investigated promptly and may result in corrective action, suspension, or termination of the business relationship.

Supplier due diligence is an essential part of our anti-slavery framework. We carry out supplier audits and reviews based on the level of risk associated with the goods or services provided. These audits may include document checks, contract review, labour practice assessment, and verification of employment standards. We also look for warning signs such as unusually low pricing, inconsistent payroll records, or poor worker safeguards.

Where appropriate, we request evidence that suppliers comply with labour law, provide training to their own teams, and maintain clear grievance processes. Man With Van Elephantandcastle reserves the right to require remedial actions if a supplier falls short of expected standards. Persistent non-compliance is not acceptable and may lead to removal from our approved supplier base.

We believe that effective reporting channels are critical to preventing abuse. Employees and workers are encouraged to raise concerns in confidence through internal reporting routes, including line management and designated safeguarding processes. Reports may relate to recruitment practices, working hours, pay, accommodation, treatment by supervisors, or any other issue suggesting exploitation.

All concerns are handled seriously and sensitively. Retaliation against anyone who reports a concern in good faith is strictly prohibited. We aim to protect whistleblowers and ensure that investigations are carried out fairly, discreetly, and without unnecessary delay. If a concern is substantiated, we will take appropriate action and, where required, involve relevant authorities.

Training and awareness also support our modern slavery controls. Staff involved in recruitment, procurement, and supplier management receive guidance on recognising indicators of modern slavery and on escalating concerns correctly. This helps ensure that the principles of ethical employment are understood across the business, not only at management level but throughout day-to-day operations.

We review our policies, supplier controls, and reporting procedures annually to ensure they remain effective and aligned with current law and best practice. This review considers any incidents, audit outcomes, supplier performance, and changes in risk exposure. The results are used to strengthen safeguards and improve our prevention measures.

Our annual review also allows us to update training materials, improve due diligence questions, and refresh expectations communicated to suppliers. Where necessary, we introduce additional checks or targeted audits for areas identified as higher risk. This process supports a practical, evidence-based response to modern slavery risks across the business.

At Man With Van Elephantandcastle, we are committed to keeping our modern slavery statement active, relevant, and meaningful. We recognise that vigilance is required at all times, and we will continue to monitor our operations with care. Through zero tolerance, supplier audits, clear reporting channels, and annual review, we aim to uphold the highest ethical standards in everything we do.