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Vanliners – Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking Policy (UK)

Last Updated: 04/12/25

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1. Introduction

Vanliners (“we,” “our,” “the Company”) is committed to preventing modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation in all forms. We uphold the principles of the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 and strive to ensure that our operations and supply chains remain free from any form of modern slavery.

This policy outlines our approach, expectations, and responsibilities relating to modern slavery.

2. Our Commitment

Vanliners is committed to:

  • Conducting business ethically and responsibly

  • Ensuring transparency within our organisation and supply chain

  • Preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms

  • Working only with suppliers who share our values

  • Taking appropriate action if any concerns are raised

3. Scope

This policy applies to:

  • All employees

  • Contractors

  • Suppliers

  • Business partners

  • Any individuals or organisations working on behalf of Vanliners

4. Understanding Modern Slavery

Modern slavery includes, but is not limited to:

  • Human trafficking

  • Forced or compulsory labour

  • Bonded labour or debt bondage

  • Child labour

  • Deprivation of liberty or exploitation

We expect all individuals associated with Vanliners to understand, identify, and prevent these practices.

5. Supply Chains

We aim to build long-term, ethical working relationships with our suppliers. To support this, we:

  • Assess supplier risks where appropriate

  • Expect suppliers to comply with the Modern Slavery Act 2015

  • Reserve the right to audit, request information, or terminate contracts with suppliers found to be engaging in unethical practices

6. Training & Awareness

Where relevant, employees involved in procurement, management, or recruitment may receive training to help them:

  • Recognise signs of modern slavery

  • Understand our responsibilities

  • Raise concerns appropriately

All staff are made aware of this policy and the zero-tolerance stance the Company takes.

7. Reporting Concerns 

Vanliners encourages anyone with concerns regarding potential modern slavery—either within our organisation or our supply chain—to report it directly through internal channels, as the website does not support reporting submissions.

How to Report a Concern:

Reports may be made confidentially to:

Reports can be made anonymously if preferred.
All concerns will be taken seriously and investigated appropriately.

Protection for Reporting Individuals

Vanliners is committed to ensuring that:

  • No individual suffers detriment, retaliation, or dismissal for raising a concern

  • Confidentiality is maintained where possible

  • Concerns are handled sensitively and professionally

8. Actions & Investigations

If modern slavery is suspected, we will:

  • Conduct an internal investigation

  • Engage with the relevant supplier or partner

  • Take corrective action if needed

  • Report unlawful activity to the appropriate UK authorities (e.g., police, NCA)

9. Continuous Improvement

We regularly review our policies, procedures, and supplier relationships to ensure ongoing compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and to strengthen our preventative measures.

 

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