Modern Slavery Statement for Kennington Man And Van

Kennington Man And Van is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out the steps taken to prevent slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can affect many sectors, including transport, logistics, storage, cleaning, maintenance, and subcontracted services. As a responsible Kennington van service, we apply a clear zero-tolerance policy to any form of exploitation.

Our approach is grounded in strong governance and practical controls. We expect all employees, contractors, and business partners to uphold lawful and ethical standards. The principles in this statement apply across the organisation and are reflected in recruitment, procurement, and supplier management. Where risks are identified, we act promptly and proportionately to reduce them. The Kennington Man And Van commitment is that no aspect of our work should ever contribute to modern slavery.

To support this commitment, we require our suppliers and subcontractors to confirm that they comply with relevant labour laws and maintain safe working conditions. Our due diligence process includes risk-based supplier audits, document checks, and periodic reviews of working practices. We pay particular attention to high-risk areas such as labour sourcing, vehicle subcontracting, and outsourced support services. Any supplier unable to demonstrate adequate controls may be suspended or removed from our approved list.

Policies, Training, and Accountability

All personnel involved in hiring, purchasing, or supplier oversight receive guidance on recognising warning signs of exploitation. These signs may include withheld identity documents, excessive working hours, unclear pay arrangements, or workers who appear unable to leave their employment freely. Managers are responsible for escalating concerns and ensuring that the Man And Van Kennington team responds quickly and consistently. We also encourage a workplace culture in which ethical concerns can be raised without fear of retaliation.

We maintain

reporting channels

In addition to internal reporting, we require workers and suppliers to understand that exploitation will not be ignored. The presence of a strong whistleblowing culture supports earlier detection and more effective intervention. We aim to maintain transparent records of concerns and outcomes, which helps strengthen accountability and improve future prevention measures. These safeguards are an important part of our wider modern slavery controls.

Supply Chain Monitoring and Review

Our supply chain review focuses on areas where labour abuse risks may arise, particularly where services are delivered by third parties or through subcontracted arrangements. We apply proportionate checks at onboarding and during contract periods, including verification of business legitimacy, ownership details where necessary, and evidence of lawful employment practices. Supplier performance is monitored over time so that any changes in risk can be identified early.

When concerns arise, we investigate the facts, engage with the supplier where appropriate, and decide whether remediation is possible. If a supplier refuses to cooperate or is found to be engaged in abusive practices, we will act decisively. This may include ending the relationship and preventing further use of the supplier. Our Kennington Man And Van stance is that commercial convenience must never override human rights protection.

We review this statement annually to ensure it remains effective, current, and consistent with our business activities and risk profile. The annual review considers incidents, audit findings, supplier outcomes, training needs, and any changes in legal or regulatory expectations. Lessons learned are used to refine our controls and strengthen our prevention approach.

Kennington Man And Van believes that ethical business is essential to long-term success. By maintaining a zero-tolerance approach, conducting supplier audits, offering clear reporting channels, and completing an annual review, we seek to reduce the risk of modern slavery in every part of our operations. We remain committed to continuous improvement and to protecting the dignity and freedom of every person connected to our work.