Holland Park Man and Van Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps taken by Holland Park Man and Van to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our business operations and supply chains. We are committed to upholding human rights, promoting fair working conditions, and acting ethically and with integrity in all of our relationships.

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach

Holland Park Man and Van adopts a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking, and child labour. We do not accept, support, or condone any practice that exploits individuals or deprives them of their freedom or rights. This policy applies to everyone working for or on behalf of our business, including employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers.

All decisions we make as a business are guided by this commitment. We expect those with whom we work to share the same values and to act in accordance with recognised labour standards and applicable laws.

Our Business and Supply Chains

Holland Park Man and Van provides local and regional moving and transportation services. Our operations rely on direct employees, subcontracted drivers and porters, vehicle leasing and maintenance providers, fuel suppliers, equipment suppliers, and various support service providers.

We recognise that risks of modern slavery can arise in transport, logistics, vehicle maintenance, cleaning, and ancillary services. We therefore monitor and manage modern slavery risks across our supply chains and require our suppliers to uphold equivalent standards to our own.

Supplier Standards and Audits

We expect all suppliers, subcontractors, and service providers to comply with all relevant employment, labour, and human rights legislation. As part of our onboarding and ongoing supplier management, we take the following steps:

We require confirmation from key suppliers that they do not use forced, compulsory, or trafficked labour, and that they ensure their own supply chains are free from modern slavery practices. We assess suppliers on their commitment to ethical conduct, labour standards, and worker welfare as part of our selection and review processes.

We reserve the right to conduct audits and checks on suppliers where we identify a potential risk, or where additional assurance is required. Where non-compliance is identified, we will work with the supplier to implement corrective actions within clear timeframes. If issues are not resolved satisfactorily, we may suspend or terminate the business relationship.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

Holland Park Man and Van encourages anyone connected to our business, including employees, workers, and suppliers, to raise concerns about potential modern slavery or human rights abuses without fear of victimisation or retaliation. We treat all concerns seriously and handle them sensitively and, where appropriate, confidentially.

Concerns about suspected modern slavery in our operations or supply chains can be raised directly with management or through internal reporting routes made available to staff and key partners. All reports will be investigated promptly, and, where necessary, steps will be taken to address and remediate any identified issue. We will also cooperate with law enforcement and relevant authorities where required.

Training and Awareness

We are committed to raising awareness of modern slavery risks and the responsibilities of those working for and with Holland Park Man and Van. Relevant employees, particularly those involved in recruitment, procurement, and supplier management, are made aware of the signs of modern slavery and the procedures for reporting concerns.

By promoting a culture in which exploitation is never tolerated, we aim to ensure that all colleagues understand their role in identifying and preventing modern slavery.

Monitoring, Governance, and Annual Review

Responsibility for overseeing our approach to modern slavery rests with the senior management of Holland Park Man and Van. They are responsible for ensuring that effective policies, procedures, and controls are in place and that these are communicated and implemented throughout the business.

This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed annually to reflect any changes in our business operations, legal requirements, best practice guidance, or identified risks. As part of this review, we will assess the effectiveness of our measures, consider feedback from stakeholders, and seek opportunities for continuous improvement in preventing modern slavery and human trafficking.

This statement has been approved by the management of Holland Park Man and Van and constitutes our Modern Slavery Statement for the relevant financial year.