Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Sutton

Man With Van Sutton is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the principles and actions that guide our approach to preventing slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking in any part of our operations or supply chain. We recognise that the Man With Van Sutton business, like all service providers, must remain vigilant to risks that may arise through outsourced work, recruitment practices, procurement, and subcontracting.

Our zero-tolerance policy is clear: we will not knowingly engage in, profit from, or ignore any form of modern slavery. This applies to all employees, contractors, temporary workers, and suppliers associated with Man With Van Sutton services. We expect the same commitment from everyone who acts on our behalf, including those providing vehicles, equipment, cleaning support, storage, or labour-related services. Any breach of this policy may result in immediate review and decisive action.

We also strive to embed ethical standards into everyday decision-making. Through training, internal checks, and supplier due diligence, Man With Van Sutton aims to reduce the likelihood of exploitation. This statement reflects our responsibility to protect vulnerable individuals and ensure that our operations support lawful, respectful, and transparent working practices.

To identify and address risk, we carry out proportionate supplier audits and assessments. These reviews may include examining labour practices, verification of trading arrangements, inspection of subcontracting relationships, and confirmation that workers are employed voluntarily and lawfully. Where appropriate, we request documentary evidence such as identity checks, right-to-work confirmation, and policy statements relating to worker welfare. Man With Van Sutton seeks assurance that suppliers share our standards and understand that compliance is a condition of working with us.

When concerns are raised, we investigate promptly and fairly. If a supplier is found to present elevated risk or to have failed to meet our expectations, we may require corrective action, increase monitoring, or end the relationship if necessary. Our approach is preventive rather than reactive, because early detection is essential in reducing the chance that exploitation goes unnoticed within the wider Man With Van Sutton supply chain.

Employees and associated workers are encouraged to remain alert to warning signs such as restricted movement, withheld wages, intimidation, excessive working hours, or unexplained third-party control. These indicators are treated seriously, and we foster an environment in which concerns can be raised without fear of reprisal.

Reporting Channels and Response

We provide clear reporting channels so that modern slavery concerns can be raised quickly and confidentially. Reports may be made through internal management routes or designated safeguarding contacts, depending on the situation. We take every report seriously and ensure it is reviewed by an appropriate person with the authority to act. Confidential handling is prioritised, and information is shared only on a need-to-know basis.

If a matter suggests immediate risk to an individual, we will take urgent steps to secure safety and escalate the issue to the relevant authorities where required. Man With Van Sutton does not tolerate retaliation against anyone who reports a concern in good faith. We believe that effective reporting systems are an essential safeguard in preventing abuse and strengthening trust across the business.

We also reinforce awareness through internal communication, so that staff understand how to recognise risk and use the correct reporting route. This culture of accountability supports the Modern Slavery Statement in practice, ensuring that the commitment made by Man With Van Sutton is not merely written policy but an active standard of conduct.

Our statement and controls are reviewed annually to ensure they remain effective, relevant, and aligned with current legislation and operational changes. The annual review considers supplier audit outcomes, reported concerns, training needs, emerging risks, and improvements to our procedures. Where gaps are identified, we update our controls and strengthen oversight across the business.

This annual review is led by responsible management and is used to measure progress in our prevention efforts. It helps us maintain a practical and proportionate framework that reflects the nature of our work while supporting the highest standards of ethical conduct. Man With Van Sutton regards continuous improvement as essential to combating modern slavery.

In conclusion, Man With Van Sutton is committed to taking meaningful action against modern slavery in all its forms. Through a zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, reliable reporting channels, and an annual review process, we aim to uphold dignity, protect rights, and ensure that our business remains a responsible and trusted service provider.