Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Hayes

Man With Van Hayes is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps taken to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that these abuses can appear in many forms, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that undermines dignity, freedom, or lawful employment.

As a provider operating in the removals and transport sector, Man With Van Hayes understands that risk may arise through subcontracted services, labour providers, vehicle maintenance, packing materials, and other procurement categories. Our approach is built on prevention, detection, and accountability. We expect all employees, contractors, and suppliers to act ethically and to comply with applicable labour laws, safeguarding standards, and fair employment principles.

We embed these expectations in our business processes through careful due diligence and ongoing monitoring. The Man With Van Hayes modern slavery policy requires that new and existing suppliers confirm their own commitment to lawful recruitment, fair pay, and safe working conditions. Where needed, we request written assurances, conduct risk-based checks, and review documentation to ensure that workers are engaged voluntarily and treated with respect.

Supplier Oversight and Accountability

Supplier oversight is a central part of our prevention strategy. We carry out supplier audits on a risk-based basis, focusing on labour-intensive or higher-risk arrangements. These audits may include document reviews, assessment of recruitment practices, verification of right-to-work procedures, and checks on wage records and working hours. If concerns are identified, corrective action is required, and continued engagement depends on measurable improvement.

Our procurement decisions consider ethical performance alongside cost and service quality. The Man With Van Hayes slavery and human trafficking statement reflects our expectation that all suppliers will maintain transparent supply chains and avoid any use of coercion, debt bondage, withheld identity documents, or exploitative subcontracting. We reserve the right to suspend or end relationships where a supplier fails to meet our standards or refuses to address identified risks.

Training supports this framework by helping staff recognise indicators of abuse, such as unusual control over wages, restricted movement, signs of intimidation, or inconsistent employment records. Managers are encouraged to ask questions, document concerns, and escalate issues promptly. Through this process, the Man With Van Hayes modern slavery and human trafficking statement aims to create a culture where ethical conduct is expected and protected.

Reporting, Response, and Continuous Improvement

We provide clear reporting channels so that concerns can be raised safely and in confidence. Reports may be made internally through management, through designated safeguarding routes, or via trusted supervisory processes. Allegations are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled with discretion. No individual will suffer retaliation for raising a concern in good faith, and we seek to ensure that every report is reviewed fairly and appropriately.

Where a potential case of modern slavery is identified, Man With Van Hayes will respond immediately by assessing risk, preserving relevant information, and taking steps to protect those affected. This may involve engagement with suppliers, enhanced monitoring, termination of a business relationship, or referral to the appropriate authorities where necessary. Our commitment is not only to identify risk, but to act decisively when concerns arise.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains current, effective, and aligned with legal obligations and best practice. The annual review considers changes in operations, supplier risk, staff awareness, audit outcomes, and any reported incidents. As part of this process, we strengthen controls where needed and reaffirm our commitment to preventing exploitation across the Man With Van Hayes modern slavery policy framework.