Bayswater Man with Van Modern Slavery Statement

Introduction: Bayswater man with van is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all our operations and supply chain. This statement sets out our zero-tolerance approach and the practical steps we take across our removal, delivery and man-and-van services to identify, prevent and remediate any risk of slavery. We recognise our responsibility as a local removal provider and affirm the importance of ethical labour standards.

Our Policy and Commitment

Zero-tolerance policy: We operate a strict zero-tolerance stance toward forced labour, child labour and human trafficking. All staff and subcontractors working with Bayswater Mover or Bayswater removal service must comply with our code of conduct. We require lawful working documentation and transparent employment terms, and we will immediately investigate any allegation that a worker is being exploited. Our teams receive training to spot signs of modern slavery and to escalate concerns through formal channels.

Scope and Responsibilities

Our policy covers all employees, temporary staff and third-party partners engaged in any Bayswater man-and-van or man with van operations. Senior management take responsibility for compliance and the operational team leaders are responsible for day-to-day implementation. We expect the same high standards from suppliers, subcontractors and logistics partners, and we make clear that compliance with anti-slavery principles is a condition of engagement.

Supplier due diligence is integral to our prevention strategy. We conduct risk-based supplier audits and assessments, focusing on recruitment practices, wage payments, working hours and safe accommodation where provided. Audits combine documentation checks and, where appropriate, site visits and interviews. High-risk suppliers undergo enhanced scrutiny and corrective action plans. We reserve the right to terminate relationships where suppliers fail to rectify serious issues promptly.

To support these audits we use a combination of contractual clauses and regular performance reviews. Our procurement process includes anti-slavery clauses, and we require suppliers to confirm compliance with our standards. We encourage transparency and continuous improvement and provide support where suppliers need help to meet expectations.

We maintain clear reporting channels for concerns relating to suspected slavery, exploitation or abuse. Workers, subcontractors and third parties can raise issues through internal reporting lines, management, or anonymously via designated whistleblowing routes. We guarantee non-retaliation for good-faith reports and take every report seriously, ensuring thorough and timely investigation and, when necessary, referral to appropriate authorities.

Our operational controls include recruitment checks, verification of right to work documentation and mandatory worker inductions for those engaged in Bayswater removals or man-and-van tasks. We use, where applicable, contractual safeguards and clear payment processes to ensure workers are paid directly and fairly. We do not permit recruitment fees to be charged to workers and monitor payroll practices to reduce coercive practices.

Key elements of our compliance framework include:

• Zero-tolerance policy applied across all services;
• Supplier audits and risk assessments;
• Accessible reporting channels and protective whistleblowing measures;
• Training for staff to identify signs of exploitation;
• Corrective actions and the option to terminate non-compliant relationships.

Annual review and continuous improvement: We review this statement and our related policies at least once a year and whenever there is a material change in our business or supply chain. The annual review evaluates audit outcomes, incident reports, training completion rates and supplier performance. Findings inform updated risk assessments and corrective action plans. Our Board and senior leadership formally approve the statement and oversee implementation to ensure that Bayswater man with van services remain vigilant and responsive.