Hackney Man with Van: Modern Slavery Statement

Hackney Man with Van reaffirms a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking across our man with van operations, subcontractors and supply chain partners. This statement sets out our ongoing commitment to ensure that every element of our Hackney man and van service is delivered ethically, transparently and in full compliance with the law. We recognise the responsibility to protect vulnerable workers and to act decisively where risks arise.

We embed anti-slavery principles into our core values, procurement and daily operations. All staff, drivers and partners are required to adhere to clear behavioural standards and our code of conduct. The Hackney man-with-van team receives training on recognising indicators of exploitation, and managers are expected to escalate concerns immediately. We are committed to continuous improvement and to a culture where speaking up is supported.

Policy, Prevention and Procurement

Our policy sets out specific measures to prevent modern slavery in our Hackney removals man with van activities. These measures include supplier due diligence, contractual clauses that prohibit forced labour, and mandatory rights for workers to receive pay and conditions that meet statutory standards. We require prospective suppliers to declare compliance with anti-slavery legislation and to provide evidence of lawful employment practices.

To strengthen procurement oversight we maintain a supplier register and a risk-based audit schedule. High-risk suppliers are subject to enhanced checks, including verification of payroll, identity documentation, and onsite assessments where practicable. Our supplier audits and compliance checks are documented and form part of our supplier relationship management process.

Audits, Monitoring and Remediation

We operate structured supplier audits and regular performance reviews. Audit activities include:

• Document checks — verification of staff contracts, payslips and working hours;
• Site visits — where access is available to observe working conditions;
• Interviews — confidential interviews with workers where permitted and necessary.

When issues are identified we pursue remediation plans with clear timelines and outcomes. Remediation may involve requiring corrective actions, suspending new work, or terminating relationships where non-compliance persists. We treat credible allegations of slavery or trafficking with urgency and ensure the welfare of affected individuals is prioritised.

Reporting channels are maintained to allow confidential, safe and accessible reporting of concerns. Employees, contractors and third parties can report suspicions through internal escalation routes to management and via an anonymous reporting mechanism administered by an independent third party. We encourage the use of these channels and protect whistleblowers from retaliation.

We also provide guidance to customers and partners on how to raise concerns about any aspect of the Hackney man with a van service. All reports are logged, reviewed, and assessed by the compliance team. Serious matters are escalated to senior leadership for immediate action and, where appropriate, referred to relevant authorities.

Governance and Annual Review

Senior management owns this Modern Slavery Statement and ensures that governance structures are in place to deliver our commitments. We conduct an annual review of our policies, training, supplier audit results and incident handling to evaluate effectiveness and to identify improvements. Outcomes from the annual review inform action plans and resource allocation for the following year.

We will continue to develop our approach, enhance supplier engagement and strengthen monitoring across the Hackney man-and-van network. Through ongoing training, proactive supplier management, robust reporting channels and periodic audits, Hackney Man with Van remains committed to eradicating modern slavery from our operations and supply chain.