Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Whetstone

At Man With Van Whetstone, we are committed to conducting business in a lawful, ethical, and responsible manner. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can occur in many forms, and we take a zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that undermines human dignity or freedom.

Our commitment applies to every aspect of our work, including recruitment, subcontracting, vehicle support, storage, packaging, and any third-party services we use. We expect all employees, contractors, and suppliers to uphold the same standards. Man With Van Whetstone will not knowingly work with any organisation that fails to respect human rights or that benefits from unfair labour practices.

We also take proactive steps to identify and reduce risk. As part of our due diligence, we assess new suppliers before engagement and review existing relationships regularly. This includes checking for signs of poor working conditions, excessive working hours, withheld documents, unlawful deductions, and inappropriate recruitment practices.

Supplier Standards and Audits

All suppliers to Whetstone man with van services are expected to comply with applicable labour laws and to maintain transparent employment practices. Where appropriate, we carry out supplier audits and request evidence of compliance, including policy documents, worker protections, and subcontracting controls. These audits help us identify risk early and take corrective action where needed.

We may also require suppliers to confirm that they do not use forced, bonded, or trafficked labour. If a concern is identified, we seek immediate clarification and may suspend or terminate the relationship if standards are not met. Our approach is based on prevention, accountability, and continuous improvement.

The Man With a Van Whetstone approach to procurement is designed to support ethical decision-making at every stage. We prefer to work with reputable suppliers who can demonstrate fair treatment of workers and robust internal controls. Modern slavery risks are considered alongside quality, reliability, and legal compliance when choosing business partners.

Training, Reporting, and Responsibility

Employees involved in recruitment, purchasing, and supplier management receive guidance on recognising indicators of exploitation. This includes awareness of coercion, restricted movement, debt bondage, and signs that a worker may not be acting freely. We believe that informed staff are essential to maintaining effective safeguards across the business.

We encourage anyone who suspects wrongdoing to speak up without fear of retaliation. Reporting channels are available internally through line management and designated responsible persons, allowing concerns to be raised confidentially and acted upon promptly. Man With Van Whetstone treats all concerns seriously and will investigate them in a fair and timely manner.

Where a report indicates possible abuse, we will take appropriate action, which may include reviewing records, speaking with suppliers, or escalating matters to the relevant authorities. Protection for whistleblowers is important to us, and we seek to ensure that individuals who report in good faith are supported throughout the process.

Review and Continuous Improvement

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, current, and aligned with our operational risks. The annual review considers supplier performance, audit findings, reported concerns, and any changes in law or best practice. If improvements are needed, we update our controls and strengthen our procedures accordingly.

At Man With Van Whetstone, we understand that eliminating modern slavery requires ongoing vigilance. By maintaining a zero-tolerance policy, carrying out supplier audits, supporting reporting channels, and completing an annual review, we aim to protect vulnerable people and uphold ethical standards throughout our business.

This statement reflects our continuing commitment to responsible business practice and to ensuring that the services associated with Whetstone Man With Van are delivered with integrity, respect, and accountability.