Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps Man With a Van Chessington has taken, and continues to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place within our operations or our supply chains. Man With a Van Chessington operates in the transport and removals sector and recognises its responsibility to uphold the highest ethical standards in relation to labour and human rights.

Modern slavery is a crime and a grave violation of fundamental human rights. It can take many forms, including forced labour, servitude, human trafficking, and child labour. Man With a Van Chessington is committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships, and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to mitigate the risk of modern slavery.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

Man With a Van Chessington has a clear, unequivocal zero-tolerance policy to modern slavery and human trafficking in all their forms. We will not knowingly engage with any individual, contractor, or organisation involved in modern slavery or related exploitation. This commitment applies to our direct operations, our agency workers, subcontracted drivers, and all suppliers who support our services.

All managers and team leaders are expected to promote this policy and to ensure that their teams understand our standards. Any actual or suspected breach of this policy will be treated as a serious matter and may result in termination of contracts or working relationships, as well as referral to the appropriate authorities where necessary.

Our Supply Chain and Supplier Audits

Our supply chain primarily includes vehicle hire and maintenance providers, fuel suppliers, equipment and packaging suppliers, and labour-only subcontractors. We recognise that some parts of our supply chain may be at higher risk of labour exploitation, particularly where low-skilled or temporary labour is involved.

To address these risks, Man With a Van Chessington is working to embed modern slavery considerations into our supplier management processes. We seek to work only with suppliers who share our values and who can demonstrate compliance with applicable labour and human rights laws.

We undertake proportionate due diligence and supplier audits, which may include supplier questionnaires, requests for supporting documentation, and, where appropriate, on-site visits. Our audits focus on working conditions, pay practices, right-to-work verification, use of recruitment agencies, and any indications of coercion or exploitation. Where concerns are identified, we expect timely corrective action. If a supplier is unwilling or unable to address serious issues, we will review and, if necessary, terminate the relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Man With a Van Chessington encourages a culture of openness and accountability. All workers, contractors, and business partners are encouraged to raise concerns about any issue or suspicion of modern slavery or human trafficking in any part of our business or supply chain.

Concerns can be raised through internal reporting to line managers or senior management. Individuals who raise concerns in good faith will be supported and will not suffer any detrimental treatment for doing so. We are committed to investigating all reports promptly, sensitively, and, where possible, confidentially. Where appropriate, we will work with law enforcement bodies and relevant organisations to address identified issues.

Training and Awareness

We are committed to increasing awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff and key suppliers. Relevant employees receive guidance on recognising the signs of modern slavery, understanding our zero-tolerance policy, and knowing how to escalate concerns. We aim to ensure that those involved in procurement, subcontracting, and recruitment are particularly aware of the potential risks and their responsibilities.

Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery rests with senior management at Man With a Van Chessington. We monitor the effectiveness of our measures through ongoing review of supplier performance, feedback from workers, and any reported concerns or incidents.

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement will be reviewed at least once every twelve months. As part of the annual review, we will evaluate the effectiveness of our policies, supplier audits, training, and reporting channels, and we will identify opportunities for improvement. Updates to this statement will reflect any changes in our business, legal requirements, or best practice guidance in tackling modern slavery.

Man With a Van Chessington remains fully committed to continuous improvement in identifying, preventing, and addressing modern slavery and human trafficking risks wherever they may arise in our operations and supply chains.