Modern Slavery Statement for Man And Van Ladbrokegrove
Man And Van Ladbrokegrove is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent slavery, forced labour, servitude, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can affect many sectors, including transport, logistics, warehousing, and subcontracted services, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of exploitation.
Our approach applies to all personnel, contractors, and business partners associated with Man and Van Ladbrokegrove. We expect everyone working with or for us to act lawfully, ethically, and with full respect for workers’ rights. Modern slavery risks are reviewed as part of our broader responsibility to operate responsibly and to promote safe, fair working conditions.
We assess risk by considering the nature of services provided, the countries where goods and materials may originate, and the level of subcontracting within our supply chain. This helps Man And Van Ladbrokegrove identify higher-risk areas and take proportionate action. Where necessary, we request documentation, verify employment practices, and seek assurances that labour is freely chosen and fairly treated.
Our supplier management process includes due diligence before onboarding and ongoing monitoring throughout the relationship. Supplier audits may be carried out on selected partners, particularly where there is increased risk or where concerns arise. These audits may review recruitment practices, wage records, identity checks, working hours, and evidence that workers are not being coerced, deceived, or controlled.
In addition to audits, we ask suppliers to confirm compliance with anti-slavery expectations and to notify us of any issues that could lead to abuse or exploitation. Man And Van Ladbrokegrove reserves the right to suspend or end relationships where serious concerns are identified or where a supplier fails to cooperate with corrective action. This reinforces our commitment to ethical conduct across the Man and Van Ladbrokegrove supply chain.
Reporting concerns is essential to our prevention strategy. We encourage staff, suppliers, and other relevant parties to raise suspicions or concerns about modern slavery through clear internal reporting channels, including line management and designated compliance routes. Reports are treated seriously, handled sensitively, and investigated promptly. Whistleblowing protection is supported so that individuals can speak up without fear of retaliation.
Where an issue is identified, we act quickly to assess the facts, protect affected individuals, and take appropriate remedial steps. These may include engaging with the supplier, pausing work, increasing monitoring, or notifying the relevant authorities where required. We also review whether changes to our procedures are needed to reduce the chance of recurrence.
Training and awareness play a key role in strengthening our controls. Relevant team members receive guidance on recognising warning signs, understanding reporting responsibilities, and applying our zero-tolerance policy consistently. By improving awareness, Man And Van Ladbrokegrove aims to ensure that modern slavery risks are identified early and managed effectively.
Our statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains accurate, relevant, and aligned with evolving legal expectations and business practices. The annual review considers risk findings, supplier performance, audit outcomes, incident reports, and any changes in operations or sourcing. Man and Van Ladbrokegrove is committed to continuous improvement in this area.
This Modern Slavery Statement reflects the values of Man And Van Ladbrokegrove and our determination to uphold ethical standards throughout our activities. We will continue to strengthen controls, improve supplier oversight, and support a culture in which human dignity is protected at every stage of our work.