Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Hatton

Man With Van Hatton is committed to operating with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights across every part of our business. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, forced labour, servitude, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We recognise that a Man With Van Hatton service depends on trusted relationships, responsible hiring, and ethical procurement. For that reason, we apply a zero-tolerance policy to any form of exploitation, whether it appears directly in our activities or indirectly through suppliers and contractors.

Our commitment begins with clear expectations for employees, agency workers, and third parties. We ensure that our people understand their rights and responsibilities, and we make it clear that unethical conduct will not be accepted under any circumstances. The Man With Van Hatton modern slavery statement is supported by internal controls, responsible recruitment practices, and ongoing monitoring of business relationships. We also aim to identify and address risks early, especially where labour is provided by external organisations or where services are delivered in time-sensitive environments.

Risk assessment is an important part of our approach. While our business model is not highly complex, we remain aware that modern slavery can exist in transport, logistics, cleaning, maintenance, packaging, and other labour-intensive sectors. As a result, we review suppliers according to the nature of the service they provide, the location of their operations, and the extent to which they use subcontracted labour. Where concerns arise, we investigate promptly and take proportionate action. This may include requesting evidence of compliance, requiring corrective action plans, or ending relationships where standards are not met.

Supplier audits form a central part of our due diligence framework. We may conduct scheduled or risk-based audits of suppliers to assess their employment practices, right-to-work checks, wages, working hours, and record-keeping. These audits help us confirm that partners share our ethical standards and do not engage in practices that could facilitate exploitation. When dealing with a Man With Van Hatton supplier, we expect full cooperation, transparency, and prompt remediation of any issues identified. We also review contractual terms to ensure they include commitments on labour standards, lawful employment, and anti-slavery compliance.

Our reporting channels are designed to make it safe and straightforward for concerns to be raised. Employees and contractors may report suspected wrongdoing through internal management routes, and all concerns are treated seriously, confidentially, and without retaliation. We encourage anyone who becomes aware of possible exploitation, coercion, or unsafe recruitment practices to speak up immediately. Reports are assessed objectively, and appropriate action is taken in line with our policies. This supports a culture in which people can raise concerns about the modern slavery risks they may observe, even where the issue involves an external supplier.

Training and awareness are also essential. Relevant staff receive guidance on recognising warning signs, such as unusual wage deductions, restricted movement, poor living conditions linked to work, or signs that a worker is not acting freely. By building awareness, Man With Van Hatton strengthens its ability to prevent abuse before it escalates. We expect managers to lead by example and to respond decisively if something appears inconsistent with our ethical standards. Our approach is practical, proportionate, and focused on continuous improvement in line with the responsibilities of a responsible Man With Van Hatton business.

We are committed to an annual review of this statement and the controls that support it. Each year, we assess whether our risk profile has changed, whether additional training is needed, and whether supplier checks should be expanded. The review also considers any incidents, audit findings, or changes in legislation that may affect our response to modern slavery. This process allows us to strengthen our practices over time and to ensure that our Man With Van Hatton modern slavery statement remains accurate, effective, and aligned with current expectations.

If weaknesses are identified, we do not ignore them. Instead, we document the issue, assign responsibility for corrective action, and monitor progress until the matter is resolved. Where necessary, we may suspend work, increase oversight, or end a relationship that presents unacceptable risk. Our objective is to ensure that every part of the Man With Van Hatton operation reflects our ethical standards and supports lawful, fair, and dignified treatment of all workers.

Through zero tolerance, supplier audits, accessible reporting channels, and annual review, Man With Van Hatton continues to take meaningful steps against modern slavery. We understand that vigilance is required in every sector, including transport and removals services, and we remain committed to responsible business practices that protect people and uphold human rights.