Modern Slavery Statement for Man With a Van Poplar

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Man With a Van Poplar in respect of its financial year and sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. As a transport and removals business, we recognise our responsibility to act ethically and with integrity in all our relationships.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Man With a Van Poplar has a clear and firm zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking. We are committed to conducting business in a manner that respects human rights and ensures that everyone who works for us, or on our behalf, is treated fairly, lawfully, and with dignity.

We expect the same high standards from all those we work with, including suppliers, subcontractors, and other business partners involved in providing vehicles, logistics support, cleaning, maintenance, and temporary labour. Any involvement in modern slavery is wholly unacceptable and may result in termination of contracts or other appropriate action.

Our Operations and Supply Chains

Our core services involve local and regional transport, removals, and associated logistics. While our direct workforce is relatively small and predominantly directly engaged, we recognise that risks can arise in extended supply chains, particularly where third parties provide agency labour, vehicle leasing, fuel, consumables, and facilities services.

We are committed to identifying and addressing potential risks in our operations and within all tiers of our supply chain. This includes the way we select, manage, and review suppliers and partners who support our service delivery.

Supplier Standards and Audits

All new suppliers and subcontractors are required to confirm that they comply with applicable laws on modern slavery and human trafficking and that they uphold equivalent standards to ours. We communicate our zero-tolerance stance and require assurances that forced, bonded, or trafficked labour is not used in any aspect of their business.

We conduct proportionate checks and audits on higher-risk suppliers. These may include requesting written confirmations of compliance, reviewing company policies, and assessing recruitment and labour practices. For ongoing relationships, we reserve the right to carry out further audits or reviews where concerns arise or where the nature of supply presents an elevated risk.

Where non-compliance or potential issues are identified, we will engage with the supplier to seek corrective actions within a clear timeframe. Failure to remediate concerns may lead to suspension or termination of the business relationship.

Reporting Concerns and Raising Issues

We encourage all employees, contractors, and suppliers to report any suspicions or evidence of modern slavery or unethical labour practices, whether within our own operations or within our supply chains. Individuals are urged to raise concerns with their line manager or designated senior manager without delay.

No one who raises a concern in good faith will suffer any retaliation or disadvantage for doing so. We are committed to handling reports sensitively, treating all information seriously, and taking appropriate action, which may include investigations, engagement with suppliers, or notifying relevant authorities where necessary.

Training and Awareness

We aim to increase awareness of modern slavery risks among relevant members of our team, particularly those involved in recruitment, supplier selection, and contract management. Training and guidance will focus on recognising warning signs of exploitation, understanding our reporting arrangements, and reinforcing our zero-tolerance policy.

Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery rests with the senior management of Man With a Van Poplar. We monitor the effectiveness of the measures we take through regular reviews of supplier performance, incident reports, and feedback from our workforce and partners.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least annually to ensure it remains accurate, relevant, and aligned with legal requirements and best practice. As part of this review, we will consider any changes in our business operations, supply chains, identified risks, and lessons learned from any issues or reports received.

By publishing this statement, Man With a Van Poplar reaffirms its commitment to working ethically, protecting vulnerable individuals, and taking continuous steps to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of its business.