Man with Van Kingston Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the actions and commitments of Man with Van Kingston in preventing modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. As a provider of removal and transport services, we recognise our responsibility to uphold human rights, promote fair working conditions, and ensure that exploitation has no place in our business or among those who supply goods or services to us.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

Man with Van Kingston maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, servitude, and child labour. We refuse to knowingly engage with any individual, organisation, or supplier that is involved in such practices. This commitment applies to all aspects of our business, including permanent and temporary staff, contractors, agents, and suppliers.

All employees and contractors are required to act with integrity and to comply with our policies and procedures at all times. Any conduct that could facilitate or conceal modern slavery is completely unacceptable and may result in termination of employment or contracts, as well as reporting to the relevant authorities where appropriate.

Our Operations and Supply Chain

Our core operations involve household and commercial removals, man and van services, storage-related handling, and associated logistics. While our direct workforce is relatively small and closely managed, we recognise that risks can arise in our extended supply chains. These include suppliers of vehicles, fuel, equipment, uniforms, packaging materials, cleaning services, and other logistics support.

We are committed to working only with suppliers and partners who share our values and who can demonstrate that they respect the rights and dignity of their workers. We aim to build long-term, transparent relationships based on mutual trust and ethical practices.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

Before engaging new suppliers, Man with Van Kingston implements due diligence checks designed to identify and reduce the risk of modern slavery. These checks may include confirmation of the supplier’s own modern slavery commitments, review of publicly available information about the supplier, and verification of business credentials and trading history.

We are developing and improving a risk-based audit approach that focuses on suppliers in sectors or locations where modern slavery risks are higher. For such suppliers, we may conduct periodic audits or request evidence of their policies, training, and monitoring arrangements. Where issues are identified, we will work with the supplier to implement corrective actions within reasonable timeframes, or we will consider suspending or ending the relationship if satisfactory improvements are not made.

Training and Awareness

We aim to raise awareness among our staff about the signs of modern slavery and their role in preventing it. Relevant employees, particularly those involved in procurement, recruitment, and site management, are provided with guidance and information on how to identify potential risks and what steps to take if they have concerns.

Our onboarding procedures for new employees include communication of our zero-tolerance stance, our expectations for ethical conduct, and our reporting channels. We intend to enhance this training over time as best practice and legal requirements evolve.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Man with Van Kingston encourages all employees, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders to raise concerns about any suspected case of modern slavery or unethical behaviour. Concerns can be raised with a line manager or a senior member of the management team. We treat all reports seriously and will investigate them promptly, sensitively, and, where possible, confidentially.

No one who raises a concern in good faith will suffer any form of retaliation or disadvantage. We are committed to protecting whistleblowers and fostering a culture in which people feel able and supported to speak up about wrongdoing.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that combating modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility. Man with Van Kingston is committed to continually improving our processes, due diligence, and training so that our approach remains effective and proportionate to the risks we face.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least once every year by the senior management team. The annual review will consider changes in our business activities, developments in legislation and guidance, and feedback from staff and stakeholders. Where appropriate, we will update our policies, training materials, and supplier requirements to reflect best practice and to strengthen our defences against modern slavery.

By publishing this statement, Man with Van Kingston affirms its commitment to responsible business conduct, respect for human rights, and the ongoing prevention of modern slavery and human trafficking in all aspects of our operations and supply chains.