At West Wickham Florist, we believe that every individual has the right to freedom, dignity, and fair treatment. As a trusted florist proudly serving households and businesses in West Wickham, we recognise our responsibility to uphold the highest ethical standards. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent the occurrence of modern slavery and human trafficking within our business operations and supply chain.
West Wickham Florist maintains a strict zero tolerance policy with regard to all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking. We are firmly committed to ensuring that our own operations and supply chains are free from such practices. The use of forced, bonded, or involuntary labour is neither tolerated nor accepted at any stage of our business activities.
We recognise that our responsibility extends beyond our own team to the suppliers and partners we work with. Accordingly, we perform appropriate due diligence on all new and existing suppliers. This includes assessing suppliers for risks related to modern slavery and requiring them to confirm adherence to fair labour standards. Where possible, we seek written assurances or contractual agreements confirming their compliance. We prioritise working with suppliers who share our commitment to transparency, ethical sourcing, and robust human rights protections.
Our team members are vital in upholding our ethical standards. We provide staff with regular training to raise awareness of modern slavery and human trafficking, covering the ways in which these crimes may manifest in the floral industry. Employees are equipped with the knowledge to identify warning signs and understand the appropriate actions to take when suspicions arise. By cultivating informed and vigilant staff, we reinforce our zero tolerance approach at every level of our business.
West Wickham Florist encourages an open, transparent, and supportive culture. We have clear internal channels in place that allow employees and other stakeholders to report suspected instances of modern slavery confidentially and without fear of retaliation. We guarantee that all concerns raised will be taken seriously and addressed promptly with appropriate investigations and follow-up actions. We are also open to feedback from our customers and suppliers in order to strengthen our anti-slavery initiatives.
Our commitment to tackling modern slavery is subject to continuous monitoring and improvement. We conduct an annual review of our policies, procedures, and supply chain practices to ensure they remain robust and effective. This statement and our anti-slavery measures are updated as necessary to reflect current legal requirements, best practices, and evolving risks. We remain proactive in identifying new opportunities to reinforce ethical standards throughout our business.
Serving local households and businesses brings a heightened sense of responsibility and trust. We are dedicated to maintaining an ethical workplace and supply chain not only because it is required, but because it is right for our customers, employees, and wider community. Through these measures, West Wickham Florist strives to play our part in preventing modern slavery and upholding dignity for all individuals connected with our business.
This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the management of West Wickham Florist and will be reviewed annually as part of our ongoing commitment to human rights and fair working practices.
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