Modern Slavery Statement for Man And Van Westminster
Man And Van Westminster is committed to acting with integrity, fairness, and respect in every part of our operations. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and any form of exploitation within our business and supply chain. We recognise that a zero-tolerance approach is essential to protecting workers, maintaining trust, and ensuring responsible business practice. Our commitment applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and service partners associated with Man And Van Westminster.
Our business principles are guided by lawful conduct, transparency, and accountability. We expect every person working on behalf of Man and Van Westminster to uphold the highest ethical standards and to treat others with dignity. We do not accept, permit, or ignore any practice that could involve exploitation, coercion, debt bondage, or abuse of vulnerability. Any breach of this policy is treated seriously and may result in the termination of a relationship, disciplinary action, or referral to the appropriate authorities.
We understand that modern slavery risks can exist in many sectors, including transport, logistics, labour supply, maintenance, and procurement. For that reason, Man And Van Westminster carries out due diligence on new and existing suppliers to identify, assess, and reduce risk. This includes reviewing supplier policies, requesting confirmation of compliance, and evaluating whether goods and services are sourced responsibly. Where concerns arise, we require corrective action and monitor progress closely.
Supplier oversight is an important part of our programme. Supplier audits may be conducted on a scheduled or risk-based basis to check labour practices, record keeping, worker treatment, and subcontracting arrangements. These audits help Man and Van Westminster verify that suppliers share our zero-tolerance policy and take meaningful steps to prevent exploitation. If a supplier cannot demonstrate satisfactory controls, we may suspend engagement until issues are resolved, or end the relationship where necessary.
We also promote awareness among our workforce so that concerns can be identified early. Staff are encouraged to remain alert to indicators such as restricted movement, withheld wages, excessive working hours, intimidation, or unclear employment terms. Training and internal communication help ensure that everyone associated with Man And Van Westminster understands the signs of modern slavery and knows how to respond appropriately. Building awareness strengthens our ability to protect vulnerable individuals and uphold responsible operations.
Reporting channels are available so that concerns can be raised quickly and safely. Employees, suppliers, and third parties may report suspected misconduct through internal management routes, confidential escalation procedures, or formal grievance processes. Reports are handled seriously and investigated promptly, with appropriate safeguards for confidentiality and protection from retaliation. Man and Van Westminster encourages early reporting because timely action can help prevent further harm and support effective remediation.
Where a concern is substantiated, we act decisively. Our response may include immediate investigation, supplier remediation plans, increased monitoring, staff retraining, contract review, or formal termination. We aim not only to remove risk but also to address root causes wherever possible. This balanced approach reflects our belief that Man And Van Westminster must combine accountability with practical prevention in order to make a lasting difference.
Our commitment is reviewed regularly to ensure it remains effective and relevant. An annual review of this statement is carried out to consider changes in legislation, business activity, supplier risk, and operational controls. The review allows Man and Van Westminster to strengthen policies, improve audit methods, and refine reporting pathways. We treat continuous improvement as part of our responsibility to uphold ethical standards across the business.
This statement reflects the values of Man And Van Westminster and our determination to contribute to a supply chain free from exploitation. Through a clear zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, accessible reporting channels, and an annual review process, we work to identify risks and respond effectively. We remain committed to acting responsibly, learning from experience, and maintaining a workplace and supplier network built on respect, compliance, and human dignity.