Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement
This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement sets out the steps Man with Van Longford has taken and continues to take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. We are committed to conducting all our activities ethically, responsibly, and in compliance with applicable laws on modern slavery and human rights.
Our Business and Supply Chain
Man with Van Longford operates as a local transport and removals service, providing moving, collection, and delivery solutions for residential and commercial customers. Our supply chain includes vehicle leasing and maintenance providers, fuel suppliers, cleaning and packaging material suppliers, and various service and labour providers who support our daily operations.
We recognise that modern slavery can occur in many forms, including forced labour, bonded labour, child labour, human trafficking, and other forms of exploitation. We are committed to identifying, preventing, and addressing any such risks across our operations and supply chain.
Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery
Man with Van Longford has a clear zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. We do not accept any form of forced, compulsory, or child labour, and we expect the same high standards from all our suppliers, contractors, business partners, and anyone working on our behalf.
Our zero-tolerance stance is reflected in our internal policies and guidance for staff and management. These documents set out our expectations for lawful, fair, and respectful treatment of all workers, including fair pay, safe working conditions, and the freedom to leave employment in accordance with contractual and legal requirements.
Supplier Standards and Audits
We are committed to working only with suppliers and contractors who uphold ethical labour practices and comply with all relevant legislation. As part of our supplier due diligence process, we seek confirmation that our suppliers do not use forced, trafficked, or child labour and that they uphold basic human rights and labour standards.
Where appropriate to the size and risk profile of the supplier, we undertake checks to assess their compliance. This may include requesting copies of their own modern slavery statements or policies, reviewing publicly available information, and conducting periodic reviews or audits. If concerns are identified, we will engage with the supplier to seek remediation. Where issues cannot be resolved to our satisfaction, we reserve the right to terminate the relationship.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Man with Van Longford encourages all employees, workers, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report any concerns related to modern slavery or human trafficking. Concerns may relate to our own operations or those of our suppliers and business partners.
Reports can be made to line managers or senior management, who are responsible for ensuring that all concerns are taken seriously, investigated promptly, and handled sensitively. We are committed to protecting any person who raises a concern in good faith from retaliation or detrimental treatment. All reports will be considered carefully, and appropriate action will be taken, which may include notifying relevant authorities if necessary.
Training and Awareness
We aim to build awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff, especially those involved in procurement, supplier management, and recruitment. Training and guidance will focus on recognising potential indicators of exploitation, understanding our zero-tolerance policy, and knowing how to report concerns.
By ensuring our team understands the signs of modern slavery and how to respond, we strengthen our ability to identify and address potential issues early.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
We recognise that addressing modern slavery is an ongoing responsibility, not a one-time exercise. Man with Van Longford is committed to continually improving our processes to identify, prevent, and mitigate modern slavery risks in our operations and supply chains.
This statement and our related policies are reviewed at least annually by the companys management. During each review, we assess the effectiveness of our actions, consider any incidents or concerns raised, and identify improvements to our due diligence, audits, training, and reporting mechanisms.
This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement has been approved by the management of Man with Van Longford and represents our current position and ongoing commitment to combating modern slavery in all its forms.
