At Man And A Van Watford, we are committed to conducting business with integrity, responsibility, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking across our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can affect many sectors, including transport, storage, cleaning, recruitment, and subcontracted services, so our zero-tolerance approach applies to every area of our work.

Our policy is clear: we will not knowingly engage with any person or organisation involved in exploitation. This applies to employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers connected to Man and a Van Watford activities. We expect all business partners to uphold the same standards, and we reserve the right to terminate relationships where credible concerns arise. By maintaining firm controls, we aim to reduce the risk of abuse in our operations and strengthen ethical practice throughout the wider service network.

To support this commitment, we carry out supplier audits and proportionate due diligence checks. These reviews help us assess labour practices, onboarding processes, worker documentation, and subcontracting arrangements. Where appropriate, we request confirmation that workers are paid lawfully, treated fairly, and not subject to coercion or debt bondage. If concerns are identified, we investigate promptly and require corrective action. As a responsible Watford van services provider, we treat transparency as essential to ethical trading.

Our employees receive guidance on recognising warning signs such as restricted movement, withheld wages, poor accommodation, or unusual control by third parties. We encourage a culture where concerns can be raised without fear. Reporting channels are available through line management, senior oversight, and internal escalation procedures, allowing any suspected issue to be shared quickly and confidentially. All reports are taken seriously and reviewed in line with our safeguarding and disciplinary processes.

We understand that modern slavery risks can change over time, particularly when using temporary labour or external contractors. For this reason, Man And A Van Watford includes ethical standards in supplier selection and ongoing reviews. New suppliers may be asked to confirm compliance with relevant labour laws, and existing suppliers may be reassessed if risk levels change. Our aim is to ensure that every Man and Van Watford project reflects fair treatment, lawful employment, and accountable business conduct.

In addition, we promote awareness among managers so they can respond appropriately to potential indicators of exploitation. Training, internal communication, and review of working arrangements help reinforce our zero-tolerance policy. We believe that prevention is stronger than correction, so our controls are designed not only to react to concerns but to reduce the chance of harm before it occurs. This approach helps us protect vulnerable individuals and maintain trust in our operations.

We are also committed to maintaining records of due diligence, audit findings, and follow-up actions. This enables us to monitor trends, identify recurring risks, and improve our processes over time. Where suppliers fail to meet required standards, we will take decisive action, which may include suspension or termination of contracts. Our expectation is that every partner of Man And A Van Watford shares our determination to reject exploitation in all forms.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains current, effective, and aligned with legal requirements and operational realities. The review considers audit outcomes, reported concerns, supplier performance, and any changes in legislation or risk exposure. Through this annual review, Man and a Van Watford strengthens its understanding of modern slavery risks and confirms the actions needed for continual improvement.

By embedding ethical standards into daily practice, Man And A Van Watford demonstrates its commitment to responsible service delivery. We recognise that combating modern slavery requires vigilance, consistency, and accountability. Our statement reflects not only compliance, but also a broader duty to protect human dignity across our business and supply chain. We will continue to monitor, improve, and act where necessary to ensure our operations remain free from exploitation.