Modern Slavery Statement for Man And Van Camden

Man And Van Camden is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of exploitation and expect the same standard from everyone we work with.

As a local service provider, Man and Van Camden recognises that risks can arise in areas such as vehicle support, equipment sourcing, cleaning, maintenance, and subcontracted work. We therefore apply a risk-based approach to due diligence, focusing on transparency, lawful employment practices, and ethical conduct. Our objective is not only compliance, but also continual improvement in how Man And Van Camden manages human-rights risks.

We require our managers and teams to understand the signs of exploitation and to act quickly if concerns arise. Any indication that a worker is being coerced, underpaid, threatened, or deprived of their freedom of movement is treated seriously and investigated without delay.

Policies and Responsibilities

Our internal policies reflect a clear zero-tolerance policy on modern slavery. This principle is embedded in recruitment, procurement, and operational decisions. We do not knowingly engage with suppliers or labour providers who fail to meet legal and ethical standards. In addition, the leadership of Man and Van Camden reviews high-risk relationships to ensure that responsibilities are properly assigned and understood.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audits

We expect our suppliers to uphold all relevant labour, immigration, and health and safety laws. Before entering into new arrangements, we assess suppliers for indicators of modern slavery risk, including reliance on casual labour, unclear subcontracting chains, or limited documentation. Where appropriate, supplier audits are carried out to verify compliance and to confirm that workers are employed voluntarily and fairly.

These audits may include document checks, contract reviews, site visits, and discussions with supplier representatives about wages, hours, and recruitment practices. If a supplier is found to be non-compliant, we will require corrective action and may suspend or end the relationship if improvements are not made in a timely and credible manner.

Reporting Channels and Escalation

Man And Van Camden encourages a culture in which concerns can be raised early and safely. We provide reporting channels through internal management routes, allowing workers, contractors, and suppliers to report suspected abuse, unusual recruitment fees, identity document retention, or any other practice linked to exploitation. Reports are handled sensitively and, where appropriate, anonymously.

Any concern raised is escalated to senior decision-makers for review, and records are kept to track outcomes and corrective actions. Where there is evidence of immediate harm or criminal activity, we will cooperate with the relevant authorities and take protective steps as needed. This approach helps ensure that Man and Van Camden responds promptly and responsibly to potential risks.

Training, Monitoring, and Review

We provide proportionate awareness training to staff involved in recruitment, supplier management, and day-to-day operations so they can identify warning signs and understand escalation procedures. Monitoring activities are used to track compliance, observe trends, and strengthen controls across the business.

Our approach is reviewed at least annually to assess effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. The annual review considers supplier performance, any reported concerns, changes in legal expectations, and lessons learned from audits or investigations. This helps ensure that our Modern Slavery Statement remains current and meaningful.

Man And Van Camden remains committed to ethical trading, responsible sourcing, and continuous vigilance. By maintaining strong controls, enforcing a zero-tolerance stance, using supplier audits, supporting reporting channels, and completing an annual review, we aim to play our part in preventing modern slavery in all forms.