Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

Man With a Van Balham is committed to conducting its business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. It applies to all employees, contractors, agency workers, and suppliers who work with or on behalf of Man With a Van Balham.

Modern slavery is a crime and a serious violation of fundamental human rights. It can take various forms, including forced labour, servitude, human trafficking, and child labour. Man With a Van Balham recognises its responsibility to identify, prevent, and mitigate the risk of modern slavery in all areas of our business.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

Man With a Van Balham has a clear and unequivocal zero-tolerance stance towards modern slavery and human trafficking. We will not knowingly engage with any individual, organisation, or supplier involved in these practices. Any confirmed instance of modern slavery connected to our business will result in immediate and decisive action, which may include termination of contracts and reporting to the relevant authorities.

This commitment is embedded in our values and is reflected in our internal policies, staff expectations, and supplier requirements. We expect everyone working for or with Man With a Van Balham to share this commitment and to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct.

Our Supply Chains and Supplier Standards

Our supply chains include providers of vehicles, fuel, equipment, storage facilities, and various professional and support services. When selecting and working with suppliers, we assess ethical standards and look for clear commitments to human rights and fair working conditions.

We require our suppliers and subcontractors to comply with all applicable laws relating to employment, health and safety, and human rights, including those relating to modern slavery and human trafficking. We expect suppliers to maintain safe working conditions, provide fair wages, and ensure that all work is undertaken voluntarily.

Supplier Audits and Due Diligence

Man With a Van Balham is strengthening its due diligence processes to identify and address risks of modern slavery within our supply chains. This includes initial and ongoing assessments of suppliers based on risk, geography, and the nature of goods or services provided.

Where appropriate, we may conduct supplier audits or request evidence of compliance, such as policies, statements, and training activities relating to modern slavery. If we identify potential concerns, we will engage with the supplier to seek clarification and corrective action. Failure to adequately address these concerns may result in the reduction or termination of our relationship with that supplier.

Training and Awareness

We recognise the importance of awareness and understanding in preventing modern slavery. Man With a Van Balham is working to ensure that relevant staff, particularly those involved in procurement, recruitment, and supplier management, understand the signs of modern slavery and know how to respond appropriately.

We aim to incorporate information on modern slavery risks, reporting processes, and our zero-tolerance approach into staff guidance and induction materials, so that responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Man With a Van Balham encourages anyone who has concerns or suspects that modern slavery or human trafficking may be occurring in connection with our business to raise those concerns as soon as possible. Concerns can be reported internally to management or through our established reporting and whistleblowing channels.

We will treat all reports seriously and, where possible and appropriate, confidentially. No person will suffer any detrimental treatment for raising a concern in good faith, even if it is not confirmed upon investigation. We are committed to investigating concerns promptly and taking appropriate action, including working with external agencies where necessary.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Man With a Van Balham recognises that addressing modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility that requires continuous improvement. We will regularly review our policies, risk assessments, and due diligence processes to enhance our ability to identify and mitigate risks of modern slavery in our operations and supply chains.

This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement will be reviewed, updated, and approved by the management of Man With a Van Balham on an annual basis, or more frequently if required by changes in legislation or our business activities. The updated statement will reflect our progress and any new measures introduced to uphold our commitment to preventing modern slavery.

By issuing this statement, Man With a Van Balham reaffirms its determination to act ethically and responsibly, to protect the dignity and rights of workers, and to contribute to the elimination of modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms.