Modern Slavery Statement for Man with Van Holland Park
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Man with Van Holland Park has taken, and continues to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place in our business operations or in our supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all business relationships and to implementing effective systems and controls to safeguard individuals from exploitation.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Man with Van Holland Park provides transport, removal, and related logistics services. Our operations rely on a mix of directly engaged workers, subcontracted drivers and porters, vehicle hire providers, equipment suppliers, and ancillary service providers such as storage and cleaning companies. We recognise that parts of the logistics and labour supply sectors can be vulnerable to modern slavery risks, particularly where temporary, migrant, or low-paid work is involved.
Zero-Tolerance Approach to Modern Slavery
We have a clear zero-tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking. This applies to all persons working for or on behalf of Man with Van Holland Park at every level, including employees, subcontractors, agency staff, and suppliers. We will not knowingly conduct business with any organisation that is involved in, or fails to prevent, modern slavery in its operations.
All contractual relationships with suppliers and subcontractors are subject to our expectation that they uphold equivalent standards. Where we identify non-compliance or credible risks, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate the relationship and to report concerns to the relevant authorities where appropriate.
Supplier Due Diligence and Audits
We carry out proportionate due diligence on our suppliers and subcontractors, focusing on those presenting a higher potential risk of labour exploitation. This includes assessing the nature of the work, the use of agency or migrant labour, and the geographic location of operations. We expect suppliers to be transparent about their own supply chains and labour practices.
Our approach includes periodic audits and checks, which may involve reviewing documentation relating to worker recruitment, pay, working hours, right-to-work verification, and accommodation arrangements where relevant. We also expect key suppliers to confirm that they have policies and procedures in place to prevent modern slavery and that they communicate these expectations to their own supply chains.
Policies, Training, and Responsibilities
Our commitment to combating modern slavery is embedded in our internal policies on ethical conduct, recruitment, and health and safety. Managers responsible for engaging workers, subcontractors, and suppliers are required to follow our due diligence processes and to remain alert to indicators of exploitation, such as evidence of debt bondage, restriction of movement, withholding of documents, or signs of coercion.
We provide guidance and periodic awareness training to relevant staff so they can identify potential risks of modern slavery, understand how to escalate concerns, and respond appropriately and sensitively to potential victims.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Man with Van Holland Park actively encourages the reporting of any concerns related to modern slavery or unethical labour practices. Workers, subcontractors, suppliers, and members of the public are encouraged to raise concerns in confidence through our established internal channels or directly to senior management.
No one who raises a genuine concern in good faith will suffer any detrimental treatment for doing so. All reports are taken seriously and investigated promptly, with appropriate action taken to address identified issues and protect any individuals who may be at risk.
Monitoring, Review, and Continuous Improvement
We are committed to regularly reviewing the effectiveness of the measures we have in place to prevent modern slavery. This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by the leadership of Man with Van Holland Park, and more frequently if there are significant changes to legislation, our business model, or our risk profile.
As part of each annual review, we assess the adequacy of our policies, supplier due diligence processes, audits, training, and reporting mechanisms. We seek opportunities to strengthen our controls, improve transparency in our supply chains, and work collaboratively with partners who share our commitment to eradicating modern slavery in all its forms.
This statement reflects the position and commitment of Man with Van Holland Park for the current financial year and will be updated as our practices and understanding evolve.
