Swiss Cottage Man with Van — Modern Slavery Statement

Swiss Cottage Man with Van is committed to the highest standards of ethical conduct and to ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking do not occur in any part of our operations or supply chain. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out our position, actions and ongoing commitment to eliminating forced labour, debt bondage, and any other forms of exploitation from our business activities and those of our partners.

Our policy applies to all employees, contractors and third-party suppliers engaged by Swiss Cottage man and van and covers procurement, transportation and logistics services. We operate a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery: any suspicion or evidence of forced labour will be investigated promptly and rigorously, and appropriate action will be taken where breaches are identified. This includes termination of supplier relationships where necessary.

Scope and Commitments

We require all suppliers and subcontractors to demonstrate compliance with labour laws, to provide safe working conditions and to respect freedom of association. Our Swiss Cottage removal service expects clear records of employment, transparent payment practices and verification of right-to-work documentation. Key expectations include:

• Fair pay and lawful working hours
• Voluntary employment with no retention of identity documents
• Safe and humane treatment of all workers

Due Diligence and Supplier Audits

We conduct risk-based due diligence on our supply chain and service partners. This includes pre-contract screening, mandatory self-assessment questionnaires and, where risk indicators are present, on-site or remote audits. The audit programme for our Swiss Cottage van service covers payroll checks, worker interviews and factory or depot inspections as appropriate.

Our supplier audit process is recorded and documented. Findings trigger corrective action plans with clear timeframes and follow-up verification. Suppliers who fail to meet our standards may be suspended or removed from our approved list. We also integrate modern slavery risk assessments into procurement decisions for major contracts and equipment hire.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We provide multiple, confidential reporting channels to encourage the prompt reporting of concerns. Employees and third parties can report suspected issues through anonymous channels, direct management escalation, or via internal compliance routes. Reports are treated seriously, investigated without delay and handled in confidence. We protect whistleblowers from retaliation and maintain records of investigations and outcomes.

To support these policies we deliver targeted training to staff involved in recruitment, procurement and supplier management. The training for teams operating the Swiss Cottage removals and van hire service emphasises recognising signs of exploitation, verifying documentation and following internal reporting procedures. Records of training attendance and materials are maintained to ensure continual improvement.

Governance and Annual Review Our leadership team reviews compliance with this statement at least annually. The board receives a formal report that summarises due diligence activity, audit results, incidents and corrective actions. This annual review assesses the effectiveness of our policies and drives updates to our processes, supplier terms and employee training to address emerging risks within the removals and man with van sector.

In conclusion, Swiss Cottage Man with Van reiterates its uncompromising stance: modern slavery has no place in our business or in the businesses of our suppliers. We will continue to strengthen our controls, work with partners to raise standards across the industry and report on progress each year. This statement is made to demonstrate our continuing commitment to ethical operations and the protection of all workers associated with our Swiss Cottage van and removal services.