Modern Slavery Statement — Maida Vale Man with Van

Maida Vale Man with Van is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our business. We operate a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of forced labour, bonded labour, child exploitation or human trafficking within our operations and across our supply chain. This statement sets out the steps we, as a reputable Maida Vale man with a van provider, take to identify, prevent and mitigate the risks of modern slavery.

Our zero-tolerance approach applies to everyone who works for or with us, whether employed directly, contracted, or supplied through third parties. We require that all staff, subcontractors and partners comply with the spirit and the letter of this policy. Maida Vale man and van operations must never benefit from exploitative labour practices; any breach will result in swift remedial action up to and including contract termination and referral to the appropriate authorities.

To support our zero-tolerance policy we implement robust recruitment and employment practices. We conduct identity and eligibility checks for all hires, verify right-to-work documentation where applicable, and maintain transparent pay and working time records. Staff training emphasises how to recognise indicators of modern slavery and how to respond. Our workforce policies include clear disciplinary measures to address non-compliance with ethical employment standards.

Our commitment extends beyond direct employees to contractors, subcontractors and suppliers that serve the Maida Vale removal service market. We expect suppliers and partners to align with our standards and to demonstrate similar ethical commitments. Suppliers must confirm their compliance with labour laws and modern slavery legislation as part of the procurement process.

Supplier audits form a key element of our monitoring programme. We carry out regular assessments and due diligence on high-risk suppliers and maintain an ongoing audit schedule. Audit activities include documentation review, site visits where appropriate and risk-based questionnaires. Findings are recorded and acted upon through corrective action plans. The supplier audit programme includes:

• Risk-based supplier screening and classification
• Routine compliance checks and targeted on-site inspections
• Follow-up reviews to ensure corrective measures are implemented

We use contractual clauses to require adherence to our standards and reserve the right to terminate relationships where serious violations are identified. These measures are part of how our Maida Vale mover operations ensure integrity across the value chain.

We provide multiple reporting channels for concerns related to modern slavery, including confidential internal reporting lines and escalation procedures. Reports can be made anonymously and are reviewed promptly by senior management. All allegations are investigated thoroughly, with support offered to affected individuals and decisive action taken if wrongdoing is proven. Reporting channels are publicised internally and reinforced through training to ensure staff and partners know how to raise concerns without fear of retaliation.

Enforcement of this policy includes disciplinary procedures, supplier sanctions and, where necessary, collaboration with law enforcement and relevant agencies. We also embed modern slavery risk assessment into contract management for removals and logistics, ensuring that any new supplier relationship is assessed before engagement. Our training programme is refreshed regularly to reflect emerging risks and legal developments affecting the man with a van and relocation sectors.

This statement will be reviewed at least annually and updated whenever our business activities change significantly or we identify material changes in risk. The annual review evaluates the effectiveness of our policies, audits, training and reporting mechanisms, and sets actions for continuous improvement. By publishing this Modern Slavery Statement, Maida Vale Man with Van reiterates its strong commitment to ethical operations and to playing an active role in the eradication of modern slavery from the moving and removal industry.