Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Castelnau
Man With Van Castelnau is committed to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation within our operations and supply chain. We recognise that risks may exist across logistics, vehicle support, subcontracted services, and supplier relationships, and we take those risks seriously. Our zero-tolerance policy applies to all personnel, contractors, and suppliers associated with Castelnau removals services and related activities.
Our commitment is guided by ethical practice and lawful conduct. We expect everyone representing Man With Van Castelnau to act responsibly, treat workers with dignity, and support a culture where exploitation is never accepted. This statement reflects our ongoing effort to prevent abuse, identify concerns early, and strengthen accountability across the business.
We require all suppliers and subcontractors to comply with applicable labour laws and human rights obligations. As part of our due diligence, we assess new and existing suppliers for indicators of risk, including recruitment practices, labour conditions, and the use of third-party labour providers. Where appropriate, supplier audits are carried out to review records, verify working conditions, and confirm that workers are employed voluntarily and fairly. If concerns are identified, we expect immediate corrective action, and we may suspend or end the relationship if standards are not met.
Training and awareness are essential to our approach. Staff involved in hiring, procurement, scheduling, and partner selection are informed about the signs of exploitation and the importance of prompt escalation. We encourage vigilance in all areas of the business, especially where Man With Van Castelnau relies on external labour, temporary support, or service partners. By embedding awareness into day-to-day operations, we strengthen our ability to prevent modern slavery before it occurs.
We have established clear reporting channels so that concerns can be raised without fear of retaliation. Any individual who suspects abuse, coercion, debt bondage, unsafe working conditions, or document retention issues may report the matter through internal management routes or designated safeguarding procedures. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and handled with discretion. We promote a culture of openness where speaking up is supported and every concern is assessed on its merits.
Our zero-tolerance approach means that any confirmed involvement in slavery, trafficking, or exploitative conduct may result in disciplinary action, contract termination, or referral to the relevant authorities. This applies equally to direct employees and external partners. Castelnau man and van operations must never benefit from unlawful labour practices, and we take responsibility for acting when standards are not upheld. Ethical performance is a condition of doing business with us, not an optional extra.
We monitor the effectiveness of these measures through regular internal checks, supplier reviews, and management oversight. Records relating to recruitment, subcontracting, and supplier compliance are reviewed to identify gaps and strengthen controls. Where the nature of a contract presents a higher risk, we apply enhanced scrutiny and targeted checks. This ongoing monitoring helps ensure that our preventive measures remain practical, proportionate, and responsive to changing risks.
Annual review is a key part of our commitment. This statement, along with our policies and controls, is reviewed at least once every year to ensure it remains accurate, relevant, and effective. The review considers new legal requirements, operational changes, and any concerns raised during the year. Lessons learned are used to improve our processes and reinforce our standards across Man With Van Castelnau services and supply arrangements.
We also recognise that combating modern slavery requires continuous improvement. As our business develops, we will strengthen due diligence, expand supplier engagement, and update staff guidance where needed. Our aim is to build a resilient operating model that supports lawful employment, respectful treatment, and transparent accountability. This statement demonstrates our determination to uphold human rights and maintain a supply chain free from exploitation.
In summary, Man With Van Castelnau stands firmly against all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. Through a zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, robust reporting channels, and annual review, we work to protect workers and uphold ethical standards throughout our business. We will continue to review our practices, strengthen controls, and take decisive action wherever risks are identified.