Modern Slavery Statement for Highbury Man And Van

Highbury Man And Van is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our approach to preventing modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation in any part of our operations or supply chain. We recognise that even businesses in the removals and transport sector must remain vigilant, especially when using third-party labour, subcontractors, or external suppliers.

Our zero-tolerance policy is clear: we do not accept any form of modern slavery in our business. This applies to all employees, contractors, agency workers, and suppliers associated with Highbury Man And Van services. We expect everyone working with us to uphold lawful employment practices, treat workers fairly, and comply with all applicable labour standards. Any breach of this policy may lead to immediate review and decisive action.

We are committed to maintaining a responsible and ethical culture across all activities connected with Highbury Man and Van. This includes checks during onboarding, ongoing awareness among staff, and careful selection of business partners. By embedding these standards into everyday decision-making, we aim to reduce risks and reinforce our long-standing commitment to ethical trade.

Supply Chain Due Diligence

We conduct proportionate due diligence on suppliers and contractors to help identify and manage modern slavery risks. Where appropriate, supplier audits are carried out to assess labour practices, document controls, and adherence to ethical standards. These audits may include reviewing worker recruitment processes, wage records, working hours, and evidence of lawful employment status.

Highbury Man with Van and its procurement partners are expected to cooperate fully with audit requirements. If concerns are identified, we will seek corrective action plans and monitor progress. If a supplier fails to address serious issues, we may suspend or terminate the relationship. This approach helps us protect vulnerable workers while strengthening the resilience of our supply chain.

We also encourage suppliers to implement their own policies and internal checks. A robust supplier relationship should be built on transparency, honesty, and accountability. By setting clear expectations for Highbury Man and Van suppliers, we reduce the likelihood of hidden labour abuses and improve compliance across the network.

Reporting, Escalation, and Review

We want anyone connected with our business to feel safe reporting concerns. Our reporting channels allow workers, suppliers, and stakeholders to raise suspicions of exploitation, unsafe recruitment, coercion, withheld wages, or passport retention. Reports will be handled sensitively, and concerns will be escalated promptly to the appropriate management level for investigation.

All reports are treated seriously, whether they relate to our own operations or a supplier linked to Highbury Man And Van. Retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith is strictly prohibited. We believe that open communication is essential for identifying risks early and responding effectively to protect those who may be at risk of harm.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This statement will be reviewed annually to ensure it remains relevant, effective, and aligned with legal requirements and industry best practice. The annual review will consider audit outcomes, reported concerns, supplier performance, training needs, and any changes in the risk profile of our business. Where improvements are needed, we will update our controls and strengthen our safeguards.

Highbury Man and Van is committed to continuous improvement in preventing modern slavery and labour exploitation. We will keep reinforcing our zero-tolerance policy, refining supplier audits, and maintaining effective reporting channels. Through consistent action and responsible oversight, Highbury Man Man and Van aims to support fair work, ethical conduct, and respect for human dignity across all parts of the business.