Ealing Man and Van Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Ealing Man and Van is taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise that the transport, logistics and removals sector can be vulnerable to labour exploitation, and we are committed to acting ethically and transparently in all our business dealings.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Ealing Man and Van has a clear zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour and exploitation. We do not tolerate any practice that compromises the dignity, safety or legal rights of individuals working for or with us. This commitment applies to our own staff, temporary workers, contractors, and every organisation that supplies goods or services to our business.

All managers and supervisors are responsible for promoting and upholding this policy. Any concerns relating to potential modern slavery are treated seriously, investigated promptly and, where appropriate, escalated to relevant authorities. Breaches of this policy may result in disciplinary action, termination of contracts and reporting to enforcement bodies.

Our People and Working Practices

We aim to provide a safe, fair and respectful workplace for everyone engaged in our services. Recruitment is carried out using robust processes designed to minimise the risk of exploitation, including verification of identity and right to work in the United Kingdom. We do not charge recruitment fees, and we ensure that wages at least meet legal minimum requirements and are paid directly to workers wherever possible.

Employees and regular contractors receive information on our expectations around ethical conduct, including how to recognise potential indicators of modern slavery in day-to-day operations, particularly during moves, collections, deliveries and warehouse activities.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect our suppliers, subcontractors and other business partners to share our commitment to preventing modern slavery. Ealing Man and Van is working to integrate modern slavery considerations into our procurement and supplier management processes. We assess key suppliers based on the nature of the goods or services provided, their geographical location and the level of risk associated with their sector.

Where proportionate, we carry out supplier audits or requests for information to confirm that appropriate labour standards and human rights safeguards are in place. These checks may include questions on recruitment practices, use of agency labour, working hours, pay arrangements, accommodation, and grievance mechanisms. If a supplier fails to meet our standards or refuses to cooperate with our audits, we will take appropriate action, which may include corrective action plans or ending the business relationship.

Reporting Channels and Escalation

Ealing Man and Van encourages everyone connected to our business, including employees, agency workers, contractors and suppliers, to report any suspicion or concern about modern slavery at the earliest opportunity. Concerns can be raised through internal reporting lines or directly with management in confidence. We will not tolerate any form of victimisation or retaliation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith.

All reports are investigated sensitively and, where necessary, we will involve specialist organisations or law enforcement bodies. We keep appropriate records of reports, actions taken and outcomes to help improve our controls and response over time.

Training and Awareness

We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks among our workforce. Selected staff, particularly those involved in recruitment, supplier management and operational supervision, receive guidance on identifying potential warning signs, such as evidence of coercion, restriction of movement, withholding of documents, or signs of debt bondage.

We aim to refresh this awareness regularly and incorporate lessons learned from any incidents, audits or industry developments to strengthen our prevention efforts.

Monitoring, Governance and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery sits with senior management at Ealing Man and Van. We monitor the effectiveness of our measures through periodic reviews of supplier performance, internal incident reports and feedback from staff and partners.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains accurate, relevant and aligned with current legal and regulatory expectations. As our business and supply chains evolve, we will continue to refine our policies, risk assessments and due diligence processes. Our objective is to foster a culture where respect for human rights is embedded in the way we operate and in every relationship we maintain.