Modern Slavery Statement for Man And Van Leyton

Man And Van Leyton is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and all forms of exploitation. We recognise that even businesses operating in transport, removals, and logistics can be exposed to risks through labour providers, subcontractors, and supply chains. For that reason, Man and Van Leyton maintains clear controls to help ensure that our operations and those of our suppliers remain ethical and lawful.

Our policy is simple: we do not tolerate any activity that could enable slavery or human trafficking. All staff involved in procurement, operations, and supplier management are expected to act responsibly and to escalate concerns immediately. This applies to direct employees, agency workers, contractors, and third-party service providers. As part of our commitment, Man And Van Leyton requires all relevant parties to understand and follow our ethical standards.

We assess risk by considering the nature of the work, the location of suppliers, and the level of labour involved. Where a higher risk is identified, we take extra steps to verify worker conditions, recruitment practices, and right-to-work processes. Our aim is to prevent abuse before it occurs, not only respond after the fact. We believe that a strong compliance culture is essential to protecting vulnerable individuals and maintaining trust in Man and Van Leyton services.

Supplier Standards and Audits

All suppliers are expected to comply with applicable labour laws and to uphold our anti-slavery expectations. We communicate these requirements during onboarding and when contracts are renewed. Our supplier standards include bans on forced labour, debt bondage, withheld identity documents, and any form of coercion. Suppliers that cannot demonstrate responsible employment practices may not be approved to work with us.

To support these standards, supplier audits are conducted on a risk-based basis. Audits may involve document checks, workforce verification, and reviews of subcontracting arrangements. If concerns are found, we may request corrective action, increase monitoring, suspend the relationship, or terminate the contract where necessary. We believe that regular audit activity helps Man And Van Leyton maintain accountability throughout its operational network.

Our approach also includes careful review of recruitment and labour sourcing arrangements. We discourage any fee-charging practices that could place workers in debt or dependency. In cases where services are delivered through intermediaries, we expect transparency regarding who is doing the work and under what conditions. These measures help ensure that our supply chain for Man and Van Leyton removals remains responsible and humane.

Reporting Channels and Response

We want concerns to be raised early and without fear. Employees, contractors, and suppliers may report suspected modern slavery through internal management channels, through designated compliance routes, or by escalating to senior leadership. Reports are handled sensitively and, where appropriate, confidentially. Retaliation against anyone who raises a genuine concern is not tolerated.

Once a concern is reported, it is reviewed promptly and investigated in line with the seriousness of the issue. If evidence indicates a breach of this statement or of legal obligations, we will take appropriate action. That may include removing a supplier from our approved list, notifying relevant authorities, or supporting remediation where safe and appropriate. At Man and Van Leyton, we treat every report as an opportunity to strengthen our controls and protect workers.

We also train relevant team members to recognise warning signs such as poor living conditions, restricted movement, unusual payment arrangements, or signs of intimidation. Awareness is an important part of prevention, because modern slavery can be hidden behind apparently routine operations. Our responsibility is to remain alert and to act decisively when risks are identified.

This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, current, and aligned with legal expectations and business practices. The annual review considers audit findings, reported concerns, supplier performance, and any changes in our operations or risk profile. Where improvements are needed, we update procedures, strengthen training, and refine oversight. Through this ongoing process, Man And Van Leyton reaffirms its commitment to ethical conduct, fair treatment, and the prevention of modern slavery in all parts of the business.