Barnet Man with Van Modern Slavery Statement

Barnet Man with Van (also operating as Barnet man & van for local removals) is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all its forms. This statement sets out our zero-tolerance policy, due diligence processes, reporting channels and annual review mechanisms. We recognise our responsibility as a local remover and transport provider to ensure that labour in our organisation and our supply chain is free from exploitation.

Zero-Tolerance Policy

Our zero-tolerance stance applies across every part of the business. Any instance of forced labour, involuntary servitude, child labour or human trafficking will result in immediate investigation and decisive remedial action. Barnet man and van requires all staff, subcontractors and suppliers to adhere to this policy and to the standards set out in our supplier code of conduct. Breaches may lead to contract termination and referral to the appropriate authorities.

Supply chain oversight is maintained through ongoing supplier audits and contractual clauses. Key elements include:

• Regular supplier audits and risk assessments to identify high-risk partners.
• Contract terms that require compliance with anti-slavery laws and grant audit rights.
• Corrective action plans with timelines where non-compliance is found.

Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

We perform proportionate due diligence on prospective and existing suppliers, particularly focusing on drivers, loading crews, vehicle maintenance providers and cleaning services. Our audits examine working conditions, recruitment practices, payment records and working hours. Reports from these audits inform risk-based decisions and are recorded for governance and continuous improvement for the Barnet removal van network.

Reporting channels are established to make it easy for workers, contractors and third parties to raise concerns. We provide confidential and, where requested, anonymous routes for reporting suspected modern slavery. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and, if necessary, escalated to law enforcement while ensuring the protection of whistleblowers.

Examples of safe reporting measures include hotlines, secure email portals and an internal reporting line managed by trained compliance officers. Barnet Man-with-Van ensures non-retaliation for good faith reports and offers support to victims. All reports are documented, and outcomes are communicated to relevant stakeholders where appropriate.

Training and Awareness form a cornerstone of our prevention strategy. All staff and contractors receive training on modern slavery risks relevant to transport and removal services, including recognising signs of exploitation and appropriate response steps. Managers and procurement personnel receive enhanced training to support supplier oversight.

We monitor performance using key indicators such as audit completion rates, number of incidents reported, remediation actions taken and supplier compliance levels. Corrective actions are tracked until closure. Collaboration with peers across the local removals sector and with third-party specialists helps improve practices and share intelligence to prevent exploitation in the wider supply chain.

Annual Review and Governing Oversight — This statement is reviewed at least annually by senior leadership and the board to assess effectiveness and to update policies and procedures where needed. The annual review examines audit results, complaint data, training completion and changes to the risk landscape. Where deficiencies are identified, we commit to strengthening controls, enhancing supplier engagement and deploying targeted audits.