Modern Slavery Statement for Sutton Man And Van

Sutton Man And Van is committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement sets out our zero-tolerance policy toward slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking in any part of our operations or supply chain. We recognise that modern slavery can take many forms, including deceptive recruitment, debt bondage, and exploitative working conditions, and we are determined to prevent such abuse from occurring within our business relationships.

Our approach is guided by the principle that every person should be treated with dignity and fairness. Sutton Man And Van expects all employees, contractors, and business partners to uphold the same standards. We take responsibility for identifying and reducing risk across our activities, including transport arrangements, labour sourcing, subcontracting, and the procurement of goods and services. This commitment applies equally to all levels of our supply network.

We maintain clear internal procedures to ensure that concerns are raised and addressed promptly. Any indication of exploitative labour practices is treated seriously and investigated without delay. By embedding ethical standards into decision-making, Sutton Man And Van aims to ensure that our operations remain aligned with legal obligations and our wider responsibility to society.

Risk Management and Supplier Oversight

Supplier due diligence is a central part of our anti-slavery programme. Before engaging new suppliers, we assess their labour practices, ownership structures, and compliance history. Where appropriate, we request confirmation of their policies, workforce protections, and recruitment standards. Existing suppliers are also subject to periodic review to ensure continued compliance with our expectations.

We conduct supplier audits based on risk level, geography, service type, and the nature of the work performed. These audits may include document checks, policy reviews, and verification of labour conditions. If a supplier is found to fall short of our standards, we require corrective action within a defined timeframe. Where meaningful improvement is not achieved, we reserve the right to suspend or end the relationship.

Our procurement practices are designed to reduce vulnerability to exploitation. We avoid arrangements that create excessive pressure on labour providers or encourage unsafe staffing practices. Sutton Man And Van also encourages suppliers to cascade similar standards through their own networks, reinforcing a shared expectation that modern slavery has no place in responsible commerce.

Reporting, Protection, and Accountability

We provide accessible reporting channels so that employees, subcontractors, and suppliers can raise concerns about suspected abuse or unethical conduct. Reports may be made internally through management or designated compliance routes, and all concerns are handled confidentially where possible. No individual who raises a concern in good faith will suffer retaliation, intimidation, or disadvantage.

Training and awareness are important parts of our control framework. Staff who are involved in hiring, procurement, or supplier management receive guidance on identifying warning signs such as withheld documents, unrealistic pay deductions, restricted movement, or signs of coercion. This helps us strengthen our ability to prevent exploitation before it occurs.

Where a concern is substantiated, we act decisively. This may include further investigation, engagement with the supplier, referral to relevant authorities, or termination of contracts. Sutton Man And Van is committed to maintaining robust governance so that responsibility for preventing modern slavery remains embedded across the organisation rather than treated as a one-off exercise.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This statement and the controls supporting it are reviewed annually to ensure they remain effective, proportionate, and aligned with current risks. Each annual review considers changes in legislation, business activity, supplier performance, and lessons learned from audits or incidents. The outcome of the review informs updates to policies, due diligence checks, and training priorities.

We are committed to continual improvement in our response to modern slavery risks. Sutton Man And Van will strengthen its processes where needed, expand supplier monitoring when risk increases, and revise internal responsibilities to reflect best practice. This ongoing review cycle ensures that our modern slavery statement remains active, relevant, and practical.

Through firm leadership, careful supplier oversight, open reporting pathways, and regular review, Sutton Man And Van reaffirms its determination to prevent modern slavery in all forms. We will continue to uphold ethical standards that protect people, support fair working conditions, and sustain trust in everything we do.