Modern Slavery Statement

Man With a Van Sutton Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement outlines the steps taken by Man With a Van Sutton to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our business operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to respect human rights and to ensure that all individuals associated with our services are treated with dignity and fairness.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Man With a Van Sutton has a clear and unequivocal zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery and human trafficking. We will not knowingly engage with any individual, contractor, or supplier involved in forced labour, servitude, compulsory work, or the trafficking of persons. Any indication that such practices may be present in our operations or supply chain will trigger immediate investigation and, where appropriate, termination of the relationship.

We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings. This commitment applies to all areas of our work, including transport services, logistics support, customer interactions, and supplier relationships.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Man With a Van Sutton provides local and regional transport, removals, and related services. Our business model relies on a combination of directly engaged staff, subcontracted drivers, and suppliers who provide vehicles, fuel, equipment, uniforms, and other supporting services. We recognise that risks of modern slavery can exist at different tiers of this supply chain, including subcontracting, temporary labour, and outsourced services.

We seek to engage only with reputable suppliers and contractors who share our commitment to fair working practices and compliance with applicable labour laws and human rights standards.

Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

To reduce the risk of modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations, Man With a Van Sutton has implemented proportionate due diligence measures. These include assessing new suppliers and contractors before engagement and, where appropriate, during the course of the relationship.

We aim to conduct periodic supplier audits, either directly or through structured questionnaires, focusing on working conditions, right-to-work documentation, use of recruitment agencies, payment practices, and adherence to local employment laws. Where higher-risk activities or jurisdictions are identified, we will prioritise enhanced checks and closer monitoring.

Suppliers and contractors are expected to confirm that they do not engage in, support, or tolerate any form of modern slavery or human trafficking, and that they in turn expect the same standards from their own suppliers.

Training and Awareness

We promote awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff and key contractors. Training and guidance focus on recognising signs of exploitation, understanding reporting routes, and reinforcing our zero-tolerance approach. Managers with responsibility for procurement, recruitment, and subcontracting receive additional guidance to ensure that modern slavery considerations are integrated into their decision-making processes.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Man With a Van Sutton encourages all workers, contractors, and stakeholders to report any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking. Concerns may include suspicious labour conditions, withholding of identity documents, unexplained deductions from wages, restricted freedom of movement, or any behaviour suggesting coercion or exploitation.

Reports can be made confidentially through internal channels made known to staff and contractors. We are committed to treating all reports seriously, investigating them promptly, and taking appropriate remedial action where necessary. We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against any person who raises a concern in good faith.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We recognise that combating modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility and that our approach must evolve with emerging risks and best practice. Man With a Van Sutton is committed to reviewing this statement and our associated procedures on an annual basis, or sooner if there are significant changes to our business, legal obligations, or risk profile.

As part of this annual review, we will evaluate the effectiveness of our due diligence, supplier audits, training, and reporting mechanisms. Where improvements are identified, we will implement revised measures and communicate these updates to relevant staff, contractors, and suppliers.

This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the management of Man With a Van Sutton and represents our ongoing commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in every aspect of our business and supply chain.