At Flowers Barkingside, we are fully committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in all aspects of our business. Modern slavery in any form, including forced labour, human trafficking, and exploitation, is unacceptable and will not be tolerated within our business operations or our supply chain. Our zero tolerance policy is fundamental to our ethos as a trusted florist serving households and businesses in Barkingside and beyond.
We recognise the importance of working closely with our suppliers to ensure every product and service provided to our customers is ethically sourced. Flowers Barkingside conducts thorough due diligence on all suppliers and partners before entering into any business agreement. This process includes assessing supplier policies, working practices, and risk factors related to modern slavery. We require that all suppliers confirm compliance with applicable labour laws and demonstrate efforts to prevent slavery and human trafficking within their own supply chains.
To foster a vigilant and informed workforce, we provide our staff with regular training on the risks of modern slavery and how to recognise potential warning signs. Our training covers key topics such as the different forms of exploitation, relevant legislation, and the importance of speaking out if suspicious activities are observed. By raising awareness and equipping our team with the knowledge to act, Flowers Barkingside aims to prevent any instance of modern slavery or exploitation from going undetected within our operations.
We have clear and accessible internal channels for raising concerns about potential instances of slavery or human trafficking. All staff are encouraged to speak up without fear of retaliation, and all reports are treated with the utmost confidentiality and urgency. Where appropriate, we will cooperate fully with authorities to investigate any allegations of modern slavery linked to our business or wider supply chain.
Flowers Barkingside is committed to continually evaluating and strengthening our approach to preventing modern slavery. We conduct an annual review of our policies, training programmes, and supplier practices to ensure they remain robust and effective. Feedback from staff, stakeholders, and customers is also welcomed as part of our drive for ongoing improvement and transparency.
Operating in Barkingside, our reputation and continued success are built on the trust of local households and businesses. We acknowledge our responsibility to maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct. This Modern Slavery Statement reflects our unwavering commitment to protecting the rights and welfare of everyone involved in our operations and supply chain, from our staff and suppliers to the communities we serve.
This statement will be reviewed and updated annually, underlining our ongoing dedication to a transparent and responsible way of doing business.
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