Surrey Man with Van Modern Slavery Statement

We, Surrey Man with Van, and our family of removals services operating as a Surrey man with a van company, set out this statement to describe our commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all parts of our business and supply chains. This declaration applies across our operations including drivers, loaders and sub-contracted van services. Our approach is clear: a zero-tolerance stance to any form of forced labour or exploitation.

Zero-Tolerance Policy and Principles

Our zero-tolerance policy is explicit. We will not tolerate any form of slavery, servitude, forced labour, bonded labour or human trafficking in any part of our operations or that of our suppliers. All staff, including the man with van in Surrey teams and temporary workers, are required to adhere to our code of conduct which prohibits such practices. The policy is embedded in recruitment, contractual terms and daily operations to ensure transparency and accountability.

We require all managers and contractors to be trained to identify signs of exploitation and to act. Regular communication ensures that our workforce understands whistleblowing protections and that anyone raising concerns will be supported. The Surrey removals man with van teams are instructed to report suspicious activity immediately through the channels listed below.

Supplier Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

We use robust due diligence for our supply chain. Before onboarding a supplier or sub-contractor, we conduct checks on labor practices, documentation and legal compliance. We operate a risk-based audit programme: higher-risk suppliers receive more frequent and detailed audits. These supplier audits include site visits, employment record reviews and interviews with staff where appropriate to ensure adherence to modern slavery laws and our standards.

Our procurement team maintains a register of suppliers and performs periodic reassessments. Where concerns are identified, we require prompt remediation plans and, where necessary, we reserve the right to terminate contracts for non-compliance. We actively encourage continuous improvement and provide guidance to suppliers on ethical labour practices so that the Surrey man & van network elevates standards across the sector.

In addition to formal audits, we monitor key indicators such as unusual employment arrangements, restricted worker movement, third-party recruitment practices and wage anomalies. This data-driven approach helps us target audits and support suppliers in achieving compliance.

We maintain clear reporting channels for staff, contractors and third parties to raise concerns confidentially. Reports can be made through internal reporting lines to management or anonymously via an independent reporting mechanism. All reports are taken seriously and investigated promptly, with protections against retaliation. We encourage an open culture where the Surrey van service community feels empowered to speak up.

Our responsibilities include training programmes for managers and drivers, clear contractual terms with suppliers, and mechanisms to respond to any allegations. We also work collaboratively with industry groups and local enforcement authorities when necessary to address systemic risks and support victims.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement: We will review this statement and our anti-slavery measures at least once every 12 months. The annual review evaluates the effectiveness of our zero-tolerance policy, the outcomes of supplier audits, the responsiveness of our reporting channels, and improvements required in training or processes. Findings from the review inform action plans and resource allocation to reduce risk further. By committing to regular evaluation, Surrey Man with Van, and associated Surrey man with a van teams, aim to continually strengthen protections and prevent modern slavery in all aspects of our work.