Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Putney

Man With Van Putney is committed to conducting all areas of its business with integrity, dignity, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement reflects our zero-tolerance policy toward slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and any form of exploitation within our operations and supply chain. As a responsible Putney van service, we recognise that modern slavery can exist in many industries and at different levels of supplier relationships, which is why we maintain clear standards and active oversight.

Our commitment applies to every person working for or on behalf of Man With Van Putney, including employees, contractors, and external suppliers. We expect all partners to uphold lawful and ethical employment practices, with particular attention to fair pay, safe working conditions, and freedom of choice. Any breach of our policy is treated seriously, investigated promptly, and may result in the termination of the relationship.

We also understand that a reputable Man With Van Putney operation depends on responsible procurement and consistent monitoring. That is why our approach is built on prevention, detection, and continuous improvement. We seek to reduce risk through supplier due diligence, staff awareness, and regular review of working practices across the business.

Supplier management is central to our anti-slavery measures. We conduct supplier audits to assess compliance with labour standards, employment documentation, wage practices, and working hours. These checks may include questionnaires, document reviews, and periodic re-assessments where risk is higher. If concerns arise, we require corrective action and monitor progress closely. Where a supplier fails to meet our expectations, we reserve the right to suspend or end the partnership.

In addition, our procurement decisions take into account the nature of each supplier???s workforce, geographic exposure, and the type of services provided. We give greater scrutiny to arrangements where labour is sourced through third parties or where subcontracting is involved. By maintaining a risk-based approach, Man With Van Putney aims to identify vulnerabilities early and prevent unethical practices from entering our supply chain.

Training and awareness are also important parts of our framework. Staff involved in hiring, procurement, and supplier management receive guidance on identifying warning signs such as withheld documents, unexplained deductions, restricted movement, or inconsistent pay information. This ensures that our team can respond responsibly and escalate concerns without delay.

We encourage safe and accessible reporting channels so that concerns about modern slavery can be raised without fear of retaliation. Reports may be made internally through management, or through designated whistleblowing routes established within the business. All disclosures are handled confidentially where possible, and every concern is assessed fairly, promptly, and in line with applicable law. We are committed to protecting anyone who raises a genuine issue in good faith.

Any allegation related to modern slavery is treated as a priority matter. Where appropriate, we may work with external specialists, law enforcement, or relevant authorities to support an investigation. Our aim is not only to respond to incidents, but also to strengthen controls and prevent recurrence. This helps ensure that our operations remain aligned with ethical business standards.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, current, and proportionate to the risks faced by Man With Van Putney. During each review, we assess supplier performance, internal training, incident trends, and any changes in legislation or industry best practice. The annual review allows us to update procedures, reinforce our zero-tolerance stance, and improve our safeguards across the wider business.