Man With Van St Johns Wood is committed to conducting business with integrity, dignity, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the principles and actions that guide our approach to preventing forced labour, human trafficking, debt bondage, child labour, and any other form of exploitation within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can occur in many industries and in many forms, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any activity that compromises the freedom or welfare of individuals. Our commitment applies to every level of the business, from daily operations to the selection and monitoring of suppliers.

As a responsible St Johns Wood removal service, we understand that ethical conduct is not limited to service delivery alone. It extends to the way we recruit, manage, and train people, and to the organisations we engage to support our work. We expect all employees, agency workers, contractors, and partners to uphold the same standards. This statement reflects our ongoing effort to identify risks, strengthen controls, and ensure that our business remains transparent, accountable, and free from exploitative practices.

The principles in this statement are supported by internal policies covering recruitment, onboarding, workplace conduct, and procurement. We require lawful working arrangements, age verification where appropriate, and clear documentation for employment decisions. In addition, all managers are expected to remain alert to warning signs such as restricted movement, withheld wages, unusual dependency on an employer, or signs of intimidation. Any concern relating to modern slavery in Man With Van St Johns Wood operations is treated seriously and investigated without delay.

Supplier Standards and Risk Controls

Our supply chain includes vehicle services, equipment providers, waste handling, storage support, and other operational partners. Each supplier is assessed against ethical criteria before engagement and during the relationship. We seek assurance that suppliers share our standards and do not use forced, bonded, or child labour. Where a higher-risk area is identified, we apply additional scrutiny and request evidence of compliance, including policies, worker protections, and employment checks. This may include site visits, document reviews, and discussions with management to confirm that modern slavery risks are actively controlled.

Supplier audits are an important part of our prevention strategy. These audits may be scheduled or unannounced, depending on the assessed risk, and may focus on recruitment practices, pay practices, working hours, accommodation, and worker freedom. If shortcomings are found, we require corrective action within agreed timeframes. Persistent failure to improve may result in suspension or termination of the relationship. By maintaining this approach, the Man With Van St Johns Wood team aims to reduce risk throughout the supply chain and promote responsible business behaviour.

We also encourage suppliers to train their own staff on identifying and reporting concerns. Ethical performance is considered alongside service quality and value when making procurement decisions. In this way, our commitment to modern slavery prevention is embedded in the way we select and manage partners, not treated as a separate or symbolic exercise.

Reporting Channels, Review, and Continuous Improvement

Everyone working with or for Man With Van St Johns Wood is encouraged to report any suspicion, concern, or incident relating to modern slavery. Reporting channels are available through line management, senior leadership, and formal internal grievance routes. Concerns may be raised confidentially, and retaliation against anyone who speaks up in good faith is strictly prohibited. We believe that early reporting is essential to preventing harm, protecting vulnerable people, and enabling swift action where issues arise.

Where a report is made, it is assessed promptly and handled sensitively. Depending on the circumstances, we may pause engagement with a supplier, commission an internal review, or involve relevant authorities if required. Records of concerns and actions are retained to support learning and accountability. Our approach is designed to ensure that Man With Van St Johns Wood remains alert, responsive, and committed to ethical standards in every aspect of its work.

This statement is reviewed annually to confirm its effectiveness and to reflect changes in the business, the supply chain, and the wider regulatory environment. The annual review considers audit results, training activity, reported concerns, and any emerging risks. Actions identified through the review are assigned, tracked, and measured for completion. Through continuous improvement, we reinforce our zero-tolerance stance and maintain a practical, proportionate, and meaningful response to modern slavery risk.