Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Richmond

Man With Van Richmond is committed to conducting business ethically, responsibly, and with complete respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent forced labour, human trafficking, child labour, and all forms of exploitation in our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can affect any sector, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward practices that undermine dignity, freedom, and fair employment.

Our commitment applies to every part of the business, including hiring, subcontracting, procurement, and day-to-day operational decisions. We expect all staff, contractors, and business partners to act with integrity and to comply with the law. Protecting workers is not only a legal duty but also a core part of how Man With Van Richmond builds trust and delivers services responsibly.

We assess modern slavery risks across our activities by reviewing labour practices, supplier relationships, and any areas where low-paid or temporary work may be vulnerable to abuse. Where we identify concerns, we take prompt action, which may include further investigation, corrective measures, or ending a relationship if standards are not met. This approach helps ensure that Man With Van Richmond remains vigilant and proactive in preventing exploitation.

Our supply chain includes providers of vehicles, equipment, packaging, and other operational services. To reduce risk, we carry out supplier audits and request evidence of compliance with labour, wage, and health and safety standards. We also review supplier onboarding information and reserve the right to inspect records, ask additional questions, or seek independent verification where required. Man With Van Richmond expects suppliers to share our values and to maintain transparent employment practices.

If a supplier or partner is found to be in breach of our standards, we will work with them to implement corrective actions where appropriate. However, where concerns are serious or unresolved, we will suspend or terminate the relationship. This balanced but firm response reflects our belief that a strong anti-slavery framework must combine prevention, detection, and decisive action.

We provide clear reporting channels so that employees, contractors, and third parties can raise concerns about suspected exploitation without fear of retaliation. All reports are treated seriously, handled confidentially, and investigated by appropriate management. Any individual who raises a concern in good faith will be protected from victimisation, and all allegations will be reviewed in line with our internal procedures.

Training is an important part of our prevention strategy. Relevant team members receive guidance on recognising warning signs such as unusual labour arrangements, withheld documents, excessive working hours, or signs of coercion. By improving awareness, Man With Van Richmond modern slavery controls help ensure that concerns are identified early and acted upon before harm escalates.

We also maintain records of due diligence checks, audit outcomes, training activity, and any reported issues. These records support accountability and help us measure the effectiveness of our actions over time. Our aim is to embed ethical decision-making throughout the business so that anti-slavery principles are reflected not only in policy, but also in everyday practice.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains accurate, relevant, and aligned with legal requirements and operational changes. The annual review considers risk findings, audit results, supplier performance, and any reported concerns. Where improvements are needed, we update our procedures and strengthen controls. Through this ongoing review process, Man With Van Richmond reinforces its long-term commitment to preventing modern slavery in all forms.