Modern Slavery Statement — Highbury Man with Van

Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

Company team preparing a van for a move, representing Highbury Man with Van commitmentHighbury Man with Van is committed to combating modern slavery in all its forms. Our organisation, including the Highbury man with van team and associated partners, operates a strict zero-tolerance policy toward forced labour, human trafficking and any exploitation of workers. We expect every employee, contractor and third-party supplier to uphold these standards. This statement describes our approach to prevention, detection and remediation and sets out the actions we take to ensure that our Highbury removals and relocation services are delivered ethically and lawfully.

We recognise our responsibility to identify risk and to act promptly when concerns arise. Our policy applies across all activities of the Highbury moving service, including local moves, courier services and subcontracted logistics. All staff receive training on recognising signs of modern slavery and on the internal standards we enforce. Senior management leads on compliance and our Board regularly reviews progress to ensure that the Highbury Man & Van brand remains aligned with human rights obligations and moral expectations.

A man and a woman are engaged in packing or unpacking cardboard boxes in a residential property, likely during a house move in the UK. The woman, with long dark hair and wearing a beige sweater and jeans, stands on a wooden staircase talking to the man. The man, with short dark hair, a beard, and dressed in a red plaid shirt over a black t-shirt, holds a large cardboard box. They are positioned near a white door with a glass panel, which has a small metal handle, and a window with a white curtain. Several flattened or partially assembled cardboard boxes are stacked nearby, some with printed handling symbols. The scene takes place on a narrow staircase landing or small hallway with light-colored tiles or flooring, characteristic of a typical British home. The natural lighting suggests daytime, and the setting reflects typical house removal activities managed by Highbury Man with Van in the vicinity of London or nearby areas such as Islington or Highbury.We maintain robust recruitment and employment practices to minimise risk. Workers are hired through transparent processes, with checks to confirm identity, right to work and fair pay. Where agency or temporary staff are used, we require contractual assurances that they are treated lawfully and fairly. This statement complements contractual terms of engagement and underscores our refusal to tolerate exploitative practices in any part of our supply chain or operations.

Supplier Due Diligence and Audit Programme

A young man and woman sit on a clean, light-coloured tiled floor in a bright room, surrounded by open cardboard moving boxes of various sizes. The man, wearing a white t-shirt and blue jeans, holds a smartphone in his hands and is smiling at the camera. The woman, dressed in a sleeveless top and light jeans, sits cross-legged, leaning slightly on one side, and looks at the camera with a neutral expression. Behind them, a plain white wall is visible. To the left, there are more packed cardboard boxes, some with flaps open, revealing folded clothing or household items inside. The scene suggests they are preparing for a house move, within a residential property either in Highbury or the surrounding London area. The composition emphasizes the process of packing personal belongings, possibly part of a professional removals service by Highbury Man with Van, highlighting the typical scene of house relocation moment in an indoor setting.Our supplier management framework includes targeted due diligence and a formal supplier audit programme. We classify suppliers according to risk factors such as service type, origin of labour and country-specific indicators. Higher-risk suppliers are subject to enhanced reviews and on-site audits, while all suppliers must commit to our supplier code of conduct. Audit findings trigger corrective action plans and may lead to suspension or termination where violations are not addressed promptly.

Audit Activities and Expectations

A young man in casual clothing, including a checkered red and white shirt, dark trousers, and a navy cap, is sitting on the floor of a bright, white photo studio against a plain white background. He is smiling and resting his head on his right hand, which is supported by his knee. Surrounding him are several neatly stacked cardboard moving boxes of various sizes, some with cut-out handles, placed on both sides and behind him. The boxes appear to be ready for house relocation, indicative of a furniture or household items removal process within a residential or local postal code area, possibly near Highbury in London. The scene conveys a sense of preparation for a home move or storage, with the boxes clearly packed and ready for transportation, aligning with professional removals services offered by Highbury Man with Van.To strengthen transparency, we undertake the following actions in supplier audits and monitoring:

  • Review of worker contracts, pay records and working hours to ensure compliance with statutory requirements and fair wages.
  • On-site inspections and interviews with workers to verify living and working conditions.
  • Risk-based supplier reassessment and mandatory remedial steps when issues are detected.
  • Documentation of corrective actions and verification of their effective implementation.
These measures are designed to protect vulnerable workers and to ensure that the Highbury man with van service operates without exploitation at any level of the supply chain.

A man and a woman are seated back-to-back on the floor of a residential interior, surrounded by multiple packed cardboard moving boxes of various sizes, some sealed with packing tape and others partially open. The woman, on the left, has shoulder-length blonde hair and is dressed in a beige t-shirt and dark blue jeans, with her arms extended forward as she claps her hands. The man, on the right, has dark hair and is wearing a similar beige t-shirt and blue jeans, with his right arm resting across his knee and smiling. The background shows a plain, light-colored wall, and part of a staircase is partially visible on the right. The scene indicates a house removal or relocation process, characteristic of professional removals services such as those offered by Highbury Man with Van in the London area, possibly in the N1 postal district. The lighting is soft and natural, emphasizing a moment of light-heartedness during packing or unpacking in a residential setting.Reporting channels are integral to our approach. We provide secure, confidential and multi-channel reporting mechanisms enabling employees, suppliers and third parties to raise concerns without fear of retaliation. Reports are investigated by trained staff and escalated to senior leadership where appropriate. We maintain a whistleblowing policy, and encourage prompt reporting of suspected misconduct, with clear procedures for investigation, remediation and support for affected individuals.

Training, Continuous Improvement and Annual Review

Training programmes for staff and contractors include guidance on identifying modern slavery indicators and the appropriate steps to take when concerns arise. We also run targeted awareness sessions for procurement teams and partner managers to embed due diligence within contracting and supplier oversight. The Highbury Man with Van compliance team measures training uptake and effectiveness to ensure sustained improvement.

An annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement is undertaken to evaluate policy effectiveness, audit outcomes and any incidents reported through our channels. The review informs updates to procedures, strengthens supplier requirements and refines risk assessments. Findings from the annual review are considered by senior management and incorporated into the next planning cycle to maintain momentum and accountability.

We remain resolute in our mission to eradicate modern slavery from our operations and supply chain. By combining a clear zero-tolerance policy, rigorous supplier audits, confidential reporting channels and a formal annual review, Highbury Man with Van seeks to protect workers and promote ethical practice across all aspects of our moving services. This statement is owned by senior leadership and will be reviewed at least once every year to reflect evolving risks and regulatory expectations.

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