Modern Slavery Statement – Flowers West Hampstead
Our Zero Tolerance Approach to Modern Slavery
At Flowers West Hampstead, we are fully committed to upholding the highest standards of ethics and integrity in all areas of our business, including the fight against modern slavery and human trafficking. We take our responsibility seriously as a trusted florist serving various households and businesses across the West Hampstead community. Our zero tolerance policy applies to all aspects of our operations and supply chains and forms the foundation of our business ethos.
Supplier Due Diligence
Our commitment to eradicating modern slavery begins with cultivating transparent and responsible relationships with our suppliers. Each of our suppliers, whether local or international, must comply with all relevant labour, employment, and human rights laws. We conduct thorough due diligence before entering into new supplier agreements. This process includes requesting detailed information on their employment practices, policies related to modern slavery, and, where necessary, requiring evidence that these practices are actively upheld. Periodic reviews of our established suppliers ensure ongoing compliance as part of our quality assurance processes.
Staff Training Initiatives
Awareness and vigilance are essential in identifying and preventing instances of modern slavery. That’s why all Flowers West Hampstead employees receive tailored training on identifying signs of forced labour, servitude, or human trafficking. Our training sessions are reviewed annually, staying up-to-date with current legislation and best practice guidelines. This empowers our staff to act responsibly should any cases or concerns arise within our business or in the wider supply chain, reinforcing our company-wide culture of zero tolerance.
Clear Reporting Channels
We ensure that all employees and third parties feel confident and secure in raising concerns related to modern slavery and unethical practices. Our reporting procedures guarantee complete confidentiality and a non-retaliatory approach so that anyone can report suspicions or evidence of modern slavery without fear. All reports are investigated rigorously and, when required, escalated to relevant authorities in accordance with legal obligations.
Annual Policy Review and Continuous Improvement
We are committed to annually reviewing this Modern Slavery Statement to reflect the evolving standards in legislation and best industry practice. This review includes evaluating our supplier relationships, the effectiveness of our staff training, and the operation of our reporting channels. We seek feedback from our team and adapt our procedures as necessary to maintain an effective framework for combating modern slavery in all parts of our business.
Our Responsibility as a Local Florist
As a reputable florist in West Hampstead, we recognise that our influence extends beyond our shop floor to every household and business we serve. We believe our responsibility is not only to provide high-quality products and services, but also to set a benchmark for ethical conduct in our industry and community. Through ongoing diligence, transparency, and education, we strive to play our part in eliminating all forms of modern slavery, holding ourselves and everyone we work with to the highest possible standards.
This statement is made on behalf of Flowers West Hampstead and covers the financial year ending in 2024. We are devoted to transparently updating our customers and partners on the progress and effectiveness of our anti-slavery measures in the years to come.
