Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Hithergreen

Man With Van Hithergreen is committed to conducting business ethically, lawfully, and with respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation in our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can occur in many forms and may be hidden within recruitment, transport, warehousing, subcontracting, and service delivery. As a responsible Man With Van Hithergreen business, we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of slavery or abuse.

Our approach begins with governance and accountability. Senior management oversees compliance, reviews risks, and ensures that anti-slavery controls are embedded into procurement and operational decision-making. We expect all employees, contractors, and suppliers associated with Man With Van Hithergreen to act with integrity and to comply with applicable labour and employment laws. We also provide appropriate training so that relevant teams can identify warning signs, understand escalation routes, and respond promptly if concerns arise.

In assessing risk, Hithergreen Man With Van pays particular attention to suppliers and subcontractors involved in labour-intensive activities. We understand that the risk of exploitation can be greater where work is dispersed, temporary, or managed through third parties. To reduce this risk, we carry out due diligence before onboarding suppliers and continue monitoring them throughout the relationship. Where needed, we request policy documents, workforce information, and evidence of lawful recruitment practices.

Supplier oversight is strengthened through supplier audits. These audits may include document reviews, site visits, interviews, and checks on pay practices, working hours, age verification, and right-to-work controls. If a supplier is found to fall short of our standards, we require corrective action within agreed timeframes. Serious or repeated failures may result in suspension or termination of the commercial relationship. This process helps ensure that Man With Van Hithergreen and its partners remain aligned with ethical and legal expectations.

We encourage a culture where concerns can be raised early and without fear. Our reporting channels are designed to allow workers, managers, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report suspected modern slavery, unsafe recruitment, coercion, document retention, or any suspicious labour practice. Reports are treated seriously, reviewed confidentially, and investigated appropriately. We prohibit retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith, and we take action where allegations are substantiated. The commitment of Man With Van Hithergreen is to protect vulnerable people and respond decisively.

Recruitment practices are also carefully controlled. We do not permit forced deposits, passport withholding, deceptive wage deductions, or recruitment fees that could trap workers in debt. Any labour provider or subcontractor engaged by Hithergreen Man With Van must demonstrate lawful hiring processes, fair treatment, and clear contractual terms. We expect wages to be paid accurately and on time, and we monitor for signs of exploitation such as excessive working hours, restricted movement, or dependence on supervisors for basic needs.

To keep our approach effective, this statement is subject to annual review. Each year, we assess policy performance, supplier findings, incident reports, training completion, and any changes in law or business structure. The review helps us identify emerging risks and strengthen controls where necessary. If improvements are required, we update procedures, refresh training, and reinforce expectations across the business. This cycle ensures the anti-slavery framework of Man With Van Hithergreen remains practical, current, and proportionate.

We also expect cooperation from all parties in providing information needed for due diligence and audit processes. Ethical conduct is not limited to direct operations; it extends across the wider supply chain. Accordingly, every supplier to Man With Van Hithergreen is expected to maintain equivalent standards, uphold dignity at work, and prevent exploitation within their own operations and sourcing arrangements. Where necessary, we will work with suppliers to improve standards, but we will not compromise on the principle of zero tolerance.

This statement reflects the ongoing commitment of Man With Van Hithergreen to combat modern slavery in all its forms. By combining a zero-tolerance policy, robust supplier audits, accessible reporting channels, and an annual review process, we aim to promote responsible business conduct and protect human rights throughout our activities. We will continue to strengthen our controls and hold ourselves and our partners accountable for ethical performance.