Man With Van Watford is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out our zero-tolerance policy toward slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and any form of exploitation in our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can exist in many forms, and we take active steps to prevent, identify, and address risk across every part of our business.

As a local moving service, Man With Van Watford relies on a network of partners, suppliers, and contractors. That is why we maintain clear standards for ethical conduct and compliance. All business relationships must reflect our values, and any indication of abuse, coercion, debt bondage, or unlawful working practices is treated with the utmost seriousness. We expect everyone working with us to uphold these principles.

Our approach begins with due diligence and ongoing monitoring. Before engaging new suppliers, Man With Van Watford assesses their labour practices, employment policies, and commitment to lawful recruitment. This includes asking questions about worker age verification, wage practices, and working conditions. We reserve the right to discontinue relationships where concerns arise or where a supplier fails to meet our ethical expectations.

Supplier Oversight and Accountability

Supplier audits form an important part of our prevention strategy. We carry out periodic checks, which may include document reviews, site visits, and confirmations of lawful employment arrangements. Where necessary, we ask suppliers to provide evidence of payroll records, right-to-work checks, and training related to modern slavery risks. These audits help us identify weaknesses early and strengthen responsible business conduct throughout the supply chain.

We also require suppliers to understand that compliance is not optional. Any breach of our standards may result in corrective action, suspension, or termination of the relationship. This applies equally to subcontractors and third-party providers acting on behalf of Man With Van Watford. By applying consistent oversight, Man With Van Watford modern slavery controls support both prevention and accountability.

Training is another essential element of our programme. Relevant team members are briefed on warning signs such as restricted movement, unusually long hours, withheld documents, and signs of intimidation. Staff are encouraged to remain alert and to raise concerns promptly if something seems unusual. Through awareness and responsibility, our business aims to reduce the risk of exploitation across day-to-day operations.

Reporting Channels and Review Process

We provide clear reporting channels so that concerns can be raised safely and in confidence. Any employee, contractor, or supplier who suspects modern slavery or related abuse is expected to report it immediately through internal management routes. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled with discretion. No one will face retaliation for raising a genuine concern in good faith.

If a concern is substantiated, we will take appropriate action, which may include further investigation, remedial steps, cooperation with authorities, or ending a commercial relationship. Our aim is not only to respond to incidents, but also to prevent recurrence. The zero-tolerance stance of Man With Van Watford means that exploitation has no place in our organisation or in the services we help deliver.

We are committed to continuous improvement, and this statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with current legislation and best practice. Each annual review considers supplier audit outcomes, reported concerns, training needs, and emerging risks in the logistics and removals sector. Man With Van Watford will update its controls where required and continue strengthening its approach year by year.

This statement reflects our ongoing commitment to ethical trading, responsible sourcing, and respect for human dignity. By applying a zero-tolerance policy, maintaining supplier audits, supporting reporting channels, and completing an annual review, Man With Van Watford works to ensure that modern slavery is neither tolerated nor overlooked in any part of our business.