Dulwich Man and Van Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Dulwich Man and Van to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all of our relationships and to implementing effective systems and controls to ensure that modern slavery does not take place in any part of our organisation.

Our Zero-Tolerance Policy

Dulwich Man and Van operates a strict zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking, child labour and servitude. This policy applies to every part of our business, from permanent staff and temporary workers to contractors and suppliers who provide goods and services that support our removal and transportation activities.

We expect everyone working with or on behalf of Dulwich Man and Van to share this commitment. Any known or suspected breach of this policy will be treated as a serious matter and may result in termination of contracts or working relationships, as well as notification to relevant authorities where appropriate.

Our Supply Chain and Risk Management

Our supply chain includes providers of vehicles, fuel, equipment, packaging materials, storage facilities and labour services. We recognise that certain parts of the logistics and transport sector can present elevated risks of labour exploitation. To address this, we maintain oversight of the sources of our goods and services and work to understand and mitigate any potential risks of modern slavery.

We conduct risk assessments to identify where our operations or suppliers may be more exposed to modern slavery risks. These assessments take into account the nature of the products or services, geographic location, and the type of labour typically used in the relevant industry.

Supplier Standards and Audits

Dulwich Man and Van requires suppliers to uphold high standards of labour and human rights. We make it clear that modern slavery is not tolerated and that suppliers are expected to comply with all applicable employment, health and safety and human rights laws.

Where appropriate and proportionate to the level of risk, we carry out due diligence and supplier audits. These audits may include reviewing policies and procedures, requesting evidence of compliance, and, where feasible, conducting on-site visits. Suppliers who are unwilling or unable to demonstrate adequate controls to prevent modern slavery may be removed from our approved supplier list.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We encourage all employees, agency workers, contractors and suppliers to raise concerns about any issue or suspicion of modern slavery in any part of our business or supply chain. Concerns can be raised in confidence through established internal reporting channels or directly to management.

No person raising a concern in good faith will suffer any form of retaliation or detrimental treatment. Reports will be taken seriously, investigated promptly and, where necessary, escalated to senior management. If appropriate, we will report matters to law enforcement or relevant regulatory bodies.

Training and Awareness

Dulwich Man and Van is committed to ensuring that our team understands the risks and indicators of modern slavery. We provide training and guidance to relevant staff so they can recognise potential warning signs and know how to report concerns. This helps embed a culture of vigilance and responsibility throughout our operations.

Monitoring, Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

We regularly monitor the effectiveness of the measures we have put in place to combat modern slavery. This includes reviewing risk assessments, audit findings, reported concerns and the outcomes of any investigations.

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually by the leadership of Dulwich Man and Van to ensure it remains up to date, relevant and effective. As part of this annual review, we consider changes in legislation, industry best practice and feedback from stakeholders, and we update our approach where necessary. Our aim is to continuously improve our systems and safeguards so that modern slavery has no place in our business or supply chains.

This statement reflects the ongoing commitment of Dulwich Man and Van to uphold human dignity, protect vulnerable workers and operate as a responsible and ethical business.