Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery Statement for Man With a Van Elephant And Castle

Man With a Van Elephant And Castle is committed to operating ethically, responsibly, and with integrity in all our business dealings. We recognise our responsibility to help prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. This statement outlines the steps we take to identify, prevent, and address the risks of modern slavery in connection with our services.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

We have a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and exploitation. We expect the same standards from everyone with whom we work, including employees, contractors, agency workers, and all suppliers and business partners. Any indication that modern slavery may be present in our operations or supply chains is treated as a serious breach of our standards and may lead to termination of relationships and referral to appropriate authorities.

Our Code of Conduct and internal policies make clear that respect for human rights, fair working conditions, and lawful employment practices are fundamental to the way we operate. These principles apply equally to permanent staff, temporary workers, and any individuals who perform services on our behalf.

Our Supply Chains and Due Diligence

Our supply chains primarily involve the sourcing of vehicles, fuel, packaging materials, storage facilities, and other related logistics and support services. We seek to work only with reputable suppliers who share our values on ethical conduct and labour practices.

As part of our due diligence processes, we assess new and existing suppliers against our expectations on human rights and labour standards. We review supplier policies, ownership structures, and, where appropriate, seek assurances about working conditions, recruitment practices, and compliance with relevant labour and anti-slavery laws.

Supplier Audits and Monitoring

We recognise that ongoing monitoring is essential to reducing the risk of modern slavery. We reserve the right to audit suppliers where we believe there may be a heightened risk of non-compliance with our standards. These audits may include requests for documentary evidence of employment practices and, where feasible, site visits or meetings with management.

Where concerns are identified, we expect suppliers to implement corrective actions within clearly defined timeframes. Failure to address identified issues may result in the suspension or termination of the business relationship. We keep records of any supplier assessments and findings to support continuous improvement across our supply chain.

Training, Awareness, and Reporting Channels

We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks among our staff and contractors. Relevant team members receive guidance on recognising potential indicators of exploitation, such as restrictions on freedom of movement, retention of identity documents, or signs of coercion.

We provide clear internal channels for reporting any suspicions or concerns about modern slavery, whether within our own operations or in connection with our suppliers. Concerns can be reported to line managers or senior management. Reports are treated sensitively, investigated promptly, and handled as confidentially as reasonably possible. We do not tolerate victimisation of any person who raises a concern in good faith.

Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

We are committed to continually improving our approach to identifying and mitigating modern slavery risks. Each year, we review our policies, risk assessments, due diligence processes, and supplier relationships to ensure they remain effective and proportionate.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed, updated, and approved on an annual basis by the leadership of Man With a Van Elephant And Castle. In conducting the annual review, we consider any incidents, audit findings, legal developments, and best practice guidance, and we revise our approach where necessary. Our aim is to embed respect for human rights throughout our culture, operations, and supply chains, and to contribute to the global effort to eradicate modern slavery in all its forms.