Modern Slavery Statement — Richmond upon Thames Man with Van
As Richmond upon Thames Man with Van (also described in this statement as our Richmond-upon-Thames man with a van service), we are committed to eliminating any form of modern slavery, human trafficking or forced labour from our operations and supply chains. This policy applies to all employees, contractors and partners engaged by the Richmond upon Thames man and van business. We recognise our responsibility to uphold human rights and to act with integrity and transparency.Zero-Tolerance Policy
We operate a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and exploitation. All staff and sub-contractors must comply with our standards. We will not knowingly work with a supplier or partner that uses forced labour or trafficked persons. Any breach of this policy will result in swift remedial action, up to and including termination of contracts and referral to the appropriate authorities.
Scope and Responsibilities
Our commitment covers the full range of services provided by the Man with Van Richmond upon Thames operation, including removals, deliveries and logistics support. Senior management is responsible for policy implementation and ensuring that the Richmond Upon Thames Man-with-Van supply chain adheres to due diligence expectations. All team members are required to report suspicions and complete awareness training.Supplier Due Diligence and Audits
We perform robust supplier assessments before onboarding and conduct periodic supplier audits. These assessments evaluate labour practices, worker documentation, working hours and remuneration. Where appropriate, we require suppliers to demonstrate compliance through written policies, evidence of worker contracts and records of payroll. Our supplier screening applies to small local contractors and larger service providers supporting the Richmond-upon-Thames man with a van network.
Monitoring and Verification — We use a combination of self-assessment questionnaires, targeted on-site inspections and independent third-party audits. Suppliers found non-compliant must agree corrective action plans and are re-assessed within a defined timeframe. Persistent non-compliance will lead to contract termination. We prioritise transparency and supply chain traceability to reduce the risk of modern slavery.
Reporting Channels
We maintain clear and accessible reporting channels for employees, contractors and external stakeholders. Reports can be made confidentially and, where requested, anonymously. Employees are encouraged to speak to line managers, or to use internal reporting tools. All reports are taken seriously, investigated promptly and treated with confidentiality and sensitivity.- Internal reporting: direct line management and HR referrals
- Anonymous channels: confidential third-party reporting mechanism
- Escalation: referral to relevant law enforcement or specialist agencies when required
Training and Awareness
We deliver regular training for staff and contractors so they can identify signs of exploitation and understand reporting obligations. Training emphasises how to spot indicators of forced labour, deceptive recruitment practices and excessive deductions. Our approach ensures staff across the Richmond upon Thames man and van service are informed and empowered to act.
Enforcement and Remediation — Where potential modern slavery is identified, we act immediately to protect affected individuals and to remedy harms. This may include suspending suppliers, providing support for impacted workers and collaborating with enforcement agencies. We aim to address root causes through supplier engagement, capability-building and stricter contractual safeguards.
