Modern Slavery Statement — Merton Man with Van

Merton Man with Van is committed to the highest standards of ethical conduct and the protection of human rights across all operations. This modern slavery statement outlines our approach to preventing forced labour, human trafficking and exploitation within our Man with van Merton operations and supply chain. We recognise our responsibility as a local mover and removal company to maintain transparent practices and to ensure every customer and worker is treated with dignity and fairness.

Our policy framework establishes a zero-tolerance stance: we will not permit any form of modern slavery within our workforce, contractors or among our suppliers. The policy is embedded in our recruitment, retention and procurement practices and applies to all branches of the company including Merton removal service teams and subcontracted haulage providers.

We require that employees, drivers and partners understand their rights and our expectations. Training is delivered to frontline staff including those who represent the Merton movers brand, and is refreshed regularly. Any instance of suspected exploitation prompts immediate investigation and, where necessary, referral to the appropriate authorities and support services for affected individuals.

Supply Chain Assurance and Supplier Audits

We actively manage supplier relationships to reduce risk. Our procurement processes include pre-qualification checks, contractual clauses that prohibit modern slavery, and mandatory compliance with our code of conduct for suppliers. Regular supplier audits and risk assessments are conducted to verify labour standards, working conditions and legal compliance among third-party providers used by the Merton man with van network.

Audits combine documentary review, self-assessment questionnaires and where appropriate, on-site visits. We prioritise suppliers with elevated risk profiles and those supplying labour-intensive services. Findings from audits are recorded, and corrective action plans are required when issues are identified. Persistent non-compliance can lead to termination of contracts and a switch to alternative providers who meet our standards.

We also maintain a list of approved partners and require that subcontractors engaged by the Man with van Merton operation complete certification of their labour practices. This process helps us to ensure transparency throughout the logistics chain and to respond swiftly if red flags arise.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

To encourage the reporting of concerns, we provide secure and confidential reporting channels for employees and third parties. Reports can be made anonymously through internal procedures that protect whistleblowers from retaliation. All allegations related to the exploitation of workers or suspected modern slavery receive prompt, confidential handling and investigation by trained personnel.

Our reporting protocol outlines escalation paths, investigation timelines and support measures for victims. We ensure that any remedial action is victim-centred, including safe separation from exploitative situations, access to welfare support and cooperation with statutory agencies where necessary.

Accountability and continual improvement are central to our approach. The board reviews incidents and outcomes to ensure appropriate governance and oversight of the Merton removal and moving services. We publish findings and improvements internally so that lessons learned inform future policy and practice.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement: The effectiveness of this statement is reviewed at least once a year by senior management. The annual review evaluates training completion rates, audit results, incident reports and remediation outcomes. It sets measurable objectives for the coming year to strengthen prevention, detection and response capabilities across the Merton movers supply chain.

We commit to improving transparency and increasing the rigour of our checks, including more frequent supplier audits, enhanced due diligence on high-risk contractors and greater worker engagement. These measures support our long-term goal of ensuring that Merton Man with Van operates free from modern slavery and upholds the rights and welfare of all individuals involved in our services.

By publishing this statement we reaffirm our dedication to ethical practices and invite ongoing vigilance from staff, partners and stakeholders to help safeguard human rights in every part of our business.