Modern Slavery Statement for Man and Van Swiss Cottage

Man and Van Swiss Cottage is committed to conducting its business in a lawful, ethical and socially responsible manner. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, servitude, human trafficking and forced labour within our own operations and throughout our supply chains.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

We operate a strict zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery in all its forms. We are committed to acting with integrity and transparency in all business dealings and relationships, and to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure modern slavery does not take place in any part of our business or supply chain.

All staff, contractors and suppliers engaged by Man and Van Swiss Cottage are expected to share this commitment. Any engagement or relationship that is found to involve modern slavery, or a failure to cooperate with our standards, will be subject to immediate investigation and may result in suspension or termination of the relationship.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Man and Van Swiss Cottage provides transport and moving services to residential and commercial customers. Our operations rely on drivers, movers, office staff, and a range of third-party suppliers, including vehicle hire and maintenance providers, fuel providers, equipment suppliers and certain subcontracted services.

We recognise that certain sectors and geographies may present a higher risk of modern slavery. We therefore apply particular scrutiny to labour-intensive services, subcontracted labour, and suppliers operating in higher-risk environments. Our goal is to work only with partners who uphold standards that are consistent with our own.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We require our key suppliers and service providers to confirm that they comply with all applicable labour laws and do not engage in any form of forced, bonded or involuntary labour. As part of our supplier due diligence, we assess policies, practices and risk areas relevant to modern slavery.

We reserve the right to conduct audits or request evidence from suppliers to verify compliance with our modern slavery requirements. This may include review of employment records, worker terms and conditions, right to work documentation and recruitment practices. Where potential issues are identified, we will work with the supplier to agree corrective actions and timescales. If a supplier is unwilling or unable to meet our expectations, we may end the business relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage all employees, workers, contractors, suppliers and customers to report any concerns about modern slavery or unethical labour practices connected to our operations or supply chains. Reports can be made to line managers, senior management or through any established internal reporting procedure.

All concerns raised will be taken seriously and treated in confidence wherever possible. We will investigate reports promptly and thoroughly, ensuring that no one who raises a concern in good faith suffers any form of retaliation or detrimental treatment as a result of speaking up.

Training and Awareness

We seek to ensure that relevant staff understand the risks of modern slavery and know how to identify and respond to potential issues. This may include induction briefings, updates to internal policies and targeted training for those involved in procurement, recruitment and supplier management.

We keep internal policies under review to reflect evolving legal requirements, industry best practice and the particular risk profile of our business and supply chains.

Monitoring, Review and Continuous Improvement

Man and Van Swiss Cottage is committed to continuous improvement in its approach to combating modern slavery. We monitor the effectiveness of our policies, supplier checks and reporting mechanisms, and we adjust our processes where necessary to strengthen protections.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed at least annually by senior management to ensure it remains accurate, relevant and effective. The review considers changes in our business activities, emerging risks, feedback from stakeholders and any incidents or concerns raised during the year. Following each review, we update our procedures, communicate any changes to staff and suppliers, and set priorities for further improvement.

This statement reflects the position and commitments of Man and Van Swiss Cottage for the current financial year and will be updated and republished on an annual basis.