Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement
Man with Van Crystal Palace is committed to conducting all aspects of its operations in an ethical, transparent, and responsible manner. This Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement explains the steps we take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and supply chains. It applies to all staff, workers, contractors, and suppliers engaged in providing services to or on behalf of Man with Van Crystal Palace.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
We operate a strict zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation. We do not accept or condone any practice that compromises the dignity, freedom, or fundamental human rights of any individual. This commitment informs every commercial and employment decision we make and underpins our expectations of all business partners associated with Man with Van Crystal Palace.
All individuals working for or with us are required to act with integrity and to support our efforts to identify and eliminate any risk of modern slavery in our operations.
Scope of Our Operations and Supply Chains
Man with Van Crystal Palace provides transport, removal, and associated logistics services. Our supply chains primarily include vehicle leasing and maintenance providers, fuel suppliers, packaging material suppliers, and occasional sub-contracted removal partners. We recognise that risks can exist at any level in these supply chains and we therefore undertake proportionate checks and monitoring to mitigate them.
Supplier Standards and Due Diligence
We are committed to working only with suppliers and contractors who share our values. As part of our supplier onboarding process, we assess the ethical standards of existing and prospective suppliers. We expect our suppliers to comply with all applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws, and to actively prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in their own operations and supply chains.
Where appropriate, we require confirmation from suppliers that they have policies and procedures in place to prevent modern slavery. Failure to meet our ethical expectations may lead to a refusal to enter into a business relationship or to the termination of an existing arrangement.
Supplier Audits and Monitoring
We conduct proportionate and risk-based reviews of our key suppliers to verify compliance with our modern slavery requirements. These supplier audits may include reviewing policy documents, contractual commitments, and declarations relating to labour standards and working conditions. In higher risk situations, we may undertake more detailed assessments to understand how suppliers manage and monitor risks of forced labour, exploitation, and trafficking in their operations.
Should we identify any credible indication of non-compliance, we will investigate promptly and work with the supplier on corrective measures. Where issues are not addressed satisfactorily, we reserve the right to suspend or end the business relationship.
Reporting Concerns and Whistleblowing Channels
Everyone engaged in our business, including employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers, is encouraged to report any concerns about modern slavery, human trafficking, or unethical labour practices. Concerns can be raised through existing internal reporting routes or directly to senior management. Reports can be made in confidence and will be taken seriously, investigated appropriately, and handled sensitively.
We do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against any person who raises a concern in good faith. Where necessary, we will work with external agencies and relevant authorities to investigate serious concerns and safeguard affected individuals.
Training and Awareness
We promote awareness of modern slavery risks among relevant staff, particularly those engaged in procurement, supplier management, and operational oversight. Training and internal communications emphasise our zero-tolerance stance, how to recognise potential indicators of modern slavery, and how to report concerns.
Accountability and Governance
Overall responsibility for our Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement and associated controls rests with senior management at Man with Van Crystal Palace. Managers are responsible for ensuring that teams understand and comply with this statement and with any supporting procedures and guidance.
Annual Review and Continuous Improvement
This statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and aligned with legal and best practice developments. As part of the review, we consider any incidents, investigations, supplier assessments, and staff feedback to identify areas for improvement. Where needed, we will update our processes, training, and supplier requirements to strengthen our approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking.
By continuing to review and improve our practices, Man with Van Crystal Palace aims to play a responsible role in helping to eradicate modern slavery from the logistics and removals sector and from the wider communities in which we operate.
