Modern Slavery Statement

Dagenham Man and Van Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement is made by Dagenham Man and Van for the financial year ending 31 December. It sets out the steps we are taking to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to respect human rights and to act ethically and with integrity in all aspects of our business.

Our Business and Supply Chain

Dagenham Man and Van provides local and regional transport, removal, and relocation services. Our operations involve direct employees, casual workers, and third-party suppliers, including vehicle hire companies, fuel providers, equipment suppliers, and subcontracted drivers or moving teams. We understand that elements of the logistics and labour supply sectors can be vulnerable to exploitation, and we are committed to identifying and managing these risks.

Zero-Tolerance Policy on Modern Slavery

We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced or compulsory labour, and child labour. This applies to our own activities and to everyone with whom we have a business relationship. No commercial objective, cost saving, or deadline will ever justify the violation of a person’s fundamental rights.

All managers are responsible for promoting awareness of this policy and ensuring that decisions within their area reflect our commitment. Any employee or supplier found to be involved in modern slavery, or to have knowingly ignored signs of exploitation, will face appropriate action, which may include termination of employment or contract.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect our suppliers and subcontractors to uphold the same high standards. As a condition of working with Dagenham Man and Van, suppliers must confirm that they do not use forced, bonded, or involuntary labour, and that they comply with all applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws.

We are implementing a risk-based approach to supplier due diligence. This includes:

Assessing suppliers based on sector, geography, and reliance on temporary or migrant labour.

Requesting information about their own policies and procedures on modern slavery.

Reserving the right to conduct audits or site visits, particularly where higher risks are identified.

Where reasonable concerns arise, we may require corrective action plans, closer monitoring, or, in serious cases, the termination of the relationship.

Training, Awareness, and Internal Controls

We are working to ensure that modern slavery awareness is integrated into our internal procedures. This includes informing relevant employees, particularly those involved in recruitment, procurement, and supplier management, about modern slavery risks and indicators of exploitation.

Our recruitment processes require right-to-work checks and fair employment terms. We do not charge workers recruitment fees, and we do not retain original identity documents. Payments to staff are made transparently, and any wage deductions must be lawful, transparent, and agreed in advance.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Dagenham Man and Van encourages anyone who has concerns about possible modern slavery or human trafficking linked to our business to report them without delay. Concerns may relate to our own operations, a colleague, a supplier, or a third party connected to our services.

Reports can be made to a line manager or a senior manager. We will treat all concerns seriously and, where appropriate, confidentially. No worker will suffer retaliation, dismissal, or any form of disadvantage for raising a concern genuinely and in good faith, even if it is not substantiated after investigation.

Monitoring and Annual Review

We recognise that combating modern slavery is an ongoing process. Our approach will continue to develop as we learn from experience, industry good practice, and legal developments. We will review this Modern Slavery Statement at least once every year to assess its effectiveness and to update our actions and objectives.

As part of this annual review, we will consider the outcomes of any supplier audits, internal reports, training initiatives, and any incidents or allegations raised. Where improvements are identified, we will integrate them into our policies, contracts, and training materials.

This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved on behalf of Dagenham Man and Van and represents our commitment to continual improvement in preventing modern slavery and protecting the rights and dignity of all people connected to our business.