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Modern Slavery Statement ??? Mikes Man and Van

Mikes Man & Van is committed to preventing human trafficking, forced labour and any form of modern slavery in our operations and supply chain. This Modern Slavery Statement explains our approach to risk assessment, the zero-tolerance policy we enforce, and the concrete measures we implement to protect workers and communities connected with our removal and logistics services. The company name appears in many formats across this policy ??? Mikes Man and Van, Mike's Man and Van and Mikes man and van ??? to reflect the breadth of our brand and operations.

Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy

A row of three connected terraced houses with stone facades and red clay tiled roofs, located in a residential area near [POSTCODE] in [TOWN]. Each house has a white-framed window on the upper floor, with the second house featuring a small dormer window integrated into the roof. The ground floor of each property has a dark green front door, with decorative metal awnings above, and a small wall-mounted flower basket adjacent to the door on the leftmost house. The front yards are paved with brickwork, providing space for parking and movement, separated from the sidewalk by black metal railings in some sections. In the right foreground, there are two green wheelie bins positioned near a small patch of greenery with flowering plants, indicating residential waste collection. The environment appears bright with natural daylight, casting subtle shadows on the buildings and paving, suggesting a clear day. The scene depicts a typical urban street scene in a historic part of [TOWN], with visible details suitable for a house removals service context supporting local expertise and residential relocation activities in the area. The overall mood is calm and orderly, with well-maintained exterior features and a welcoming residential setting. Zero-Tolerance to Modern Slavery

We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. Any worker exploitation identified within Mikes Man and Van services, our contractors or suppliers will prompt immediate action: suspension of contracts, remedial measures for affected individuals, and full cooperation with enforcement agencies. We require all staff, subcontractors and partners to comply with this policy as a condition of engagement.

Risk Assessment and Supplier Audits

We recognise that risk can exist at any tier of the supply chain. To address this, Mikes Man and Van undertakes systematic risk assessments focusing on high-risk suppliers, regions and service categories. Our supplier management program includes:

  • Due diligence checks before onboarding new suppliers;
  • Contract clauses requiring compliance with anti-slavery laws and our code of conduct;
  • Periodic supplier audits, both announced and unannounced, to verify working conditions, recruitment practices and wage compliance;
  • Corrective action plans where issues are identified, with timelines and escalation procedures.

Audit findings are recorded and assessed, and repeat non-compliance may lead to contract termination. We partner with independent auditors and use a mix of document reviews, worker interviews and site inspections to validate supplier statements.

Two professional house removals specialists from Mikes Man and Van are pictured loading and unloading a removals van parked outside a residential property. The worker on the left, wearing a grey uniform and cap, is holding a medium-sized cardboard box of neutral brown colour with visible tape along the edges. The worker on the right, also in a grey uniform and cap, is carrying a larger cardboard box and is standing in front of the open rear doors of the white van, which is filled with various packed boxes and household items. The interior of the van reveals multiple stacked boxes of different sizes, some wrapped in plastic, alongside protective blankets and furniture straps. The scene is set in a suburban area with a well-maintained lawn and a small red hand truck leaning against the van. The background suggests a quiet street in a town within the postcode area, subtly indicating a location such as Essex or nearby. The lighting is natural daylight, emphasizing a professional and efficient moving operation typical of house removals services in the UK, especially in towns around Essex.

Reporting Channels and Worker Protection

We provide multiple confidential reporting channels for employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns about modern slavery or exploitation. These include an internal whistleblowing route, anonymous reporting options and escalation to senior compliance staff. Reports are treated seriously and investigated promptly, with protections against retaliation. All reports are recorded, investigated, and resolved in line with our internal protocols and legal obligations.

Training, Policies and Continuous Improvement

Education is central to prevention. Mikes Man and Van services provides regular training for HR, procurement and operational teams on modern slavery indicators, ethical recruitment and red flags. Policy documents such as our Supplier Code of Conduct, recruitment guidelines and contract templates are reviewed and updated to reflect emerging risks and best practice. We encourage a culture where staff feel empowered to speak up.

A family of four, including a young boy and girl, along with their father and mother, are outdoors in a residential area with greenery and modern houses in the background, engaging in a house move. They are smiling and appear to be in the process of unpacking or loading cardboard moving boxes of various sizes, some of which are open, revealing household items inside. The father and mother are carrying boxes, with the father holding a large box close to his chest and the mother carrying a box in each hand. The children are positioned at the front, holding smaller boxes, with the boy looking directly at the camera and the girl also smiling. The scene is well-lit with natural daylight, and the background shows a driveway or garden space typical of a suburban property. The presence of family members, household moving boxes, and the residential setting highlights a house removal or relocation activity, consistent with house removals services in the local area around [POSTCODE] or [TOWN], with Mikes Man and Van visible as the service provider context.

Monitoring, Remediation and Annual Review

We monitor the effectiveness of our measures through key performance indicators, audit outcomes and the volume and nature of reports received. When exploitation is identified we prioritise victim support, remediation and legal action where appropriate. Our annual review process assesses policy impact, updates risk registers and sets improvement targets for the following year. The review is presented to senior management and informs strategic decisions for risk mitigation across Mike's Man and Van activities.

A young woman and a young man are sitting back-to-back on a light wooden floor inside a residential property, which appears to be a house in a suburban area near Mikes Man and Van's service area in the UK. The woman, wearing a turquoise T-shirt and blue jeans, is smiling and relaxed, with her legs extended out in front of her. The man, dressed in a white T-shirt and blue jeans, is also smiling and leaning slightly forward, with his arms resting on his knees. Behind them, several cardboard moving boxes are stacked against a plain white wall, indicating they are in the midst of a house move or packing process. The environment suggests a clean, minimally furnished interior, likely a living room or bedroom, with a closed door visible in the background. Natural lighting illuminates the scene, highlighting the textures of the cardboard boxes, wooden floor, and casual clothing, subtly reinforcing the context of local house removals and relocation services in the area around [POSTCODE] in the UK.

Governance and Future Commitments

Responsibility for implementing this Modern Slavery Statement sits with our compliance lead and the executive team. We will continue to strengthen supplier audits, enhance reporting accessibility, and invest in training to reduce vulnerability to forced labour in our sectors. By embedding robust due diligence, transparent reporting channels and a clear zero-tolerance stance, Mikes Man and Van reaffirms its commitment to eradicating modern slavery from our operations and supply chain.

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Mikes Man and Van commits to a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery through supplier audits, confidential reporting channels, training, remediation and an annual review to drive continuous improvement.

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