Man And A Van Colliers Wood 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 recognise that modern slavery can take many forms, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any practice that exploits workers or violates human dignity.

As a service provider operating in a labour-intensive sector, Man and a Van Colliers Wood understands the importance of responsible hiring, ethical working conditions, and transparent supplier relationships. Our approach applies to all staff, contractors, and business partners. We expect everyone connected with our business to act in line with our values and to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct. Any indication of coercion, deception, or abuse is treated seriously and investigated without delay.

This statement reflects our ongoing commitment to identifying and reducing risk throughout the business. We review our practices regularly to ensure that our controls remain effective. That includes checks during onboarding, monitoring of working arrangements, and assessment of the organisations we rely on for goods and services. Our aim is to build a business culture where modern slavery is neither hidden nor tolerated.

A key part of our prevention strategy is due diligence on suppliers and subcontractors. Before engaging any new supplier, Man And A Van Colliers Wood assesses reputation, labour practices, and compliance history where relevant. We reserve the right to conduct supplier audits, request documentation, and verify that wages, working hours, and employment terms are lawful and ethical. If concerns arise, corrective action is required, and continued partnership depends on demonstrable improvement.

Our supplier management process is designed to reduce exposure to hidden labour exploitation. Contracts and purchase arrangements include expectations relating to lawful employment, fair treatment, and compliance with anti-slavery principles. We also seek assurance that our business partners maintain their own checks within their supply chains. In this way, Man And A Van Colliers Wood promotes responsible practice beyond direct relationships and encourages wider accountability.

Training and awareness are important elements of our response. Relevant team members are made aware of the warning signs of modern slavery, including restricted movement, unsafe accommodation, withheld pay, or pressure to work excessive hours. Man and a van Colliers Wood aims to ensure that staff can recognise suspicious behaviour and understand how to respond appropriately. By building awareness, we strengthen our ability to detect risk early and act decisively.

The business provides clear reporting channels for concerns related to modern slavery, unethical conduct, or labour exploitation. Reports may be made through internal management routes or designated safeguarding procedures, and all disclosures are handled sensitively. We encourage prompt reporting of any suspicion, even where evidence is limited, because early action can help prevent harm. Retaliation against anyone who raises a concern is not tolerated.

All reports are reviewed promptly, and where necessary, investigations are carried out to determine the facts and appropriate next steps. This may include suspending a supplier relationship, seeking further evidence, or notifying relevant authorities where legal obligations apply. We take a proportionate and practical approach, but our zero-tolerance policy remains absolute whenever exploitation is identified or strongly suspected.

The company is committed to maintaining effective governance around this statement. Responsibility for oversight sits with senior management, who monitor compliance and support the implementation of preventative measures across the organisation. Man And A Van Colliers Wood also reviews onboarding practices, subcontractor controls, and supplier performance to ensure that anti-slavery standards are embedded in everyday operations.

This statement will be subject to an annual review to confirm that it remains current, accurate, and effective. The review will consider any changes in risk, legislation, business structure, or supplier profile. Findings from audits, investigations, and reports will inform improvements. Where necessary, procedures will be updated to strengthen protection against exploitation and support continuous improvement.

Through this statement, Man and a Van Colliers Wood reaffirms its commitment to ethical business conduct, lawful employment, and respect for the rights of all workers. We will continue to refine our controls, strengthen supplier oversight, and encourage responsible reporting. Our goal is to ensure that every part of the business reflects integrity and that modern slavery has no place in our operations or supply chains.