At Florist North Woolwich, we are committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in all aspects of our operations. As a trusted florist serving households and businesses throughout North Woolwich, we recognise our responsibility to combat modern slavery and human trafficking in our business and our supply chains. This statement outlines the actions we take to ensure that our floral products and services are provided with respect for human rights and fair working conditions.
Florist North Woolwich operates a strict zero tolerance policy towards modern slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking of any kind. We do not condone or accept any form of exploitation or unethical practice from our staff, suppliers, or partners. We expect everyone who works with or for us to uphold these shared values, and we make it clear that non-compliance will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
We understand that modern slavery risks can lie within supply chains—especially in industries involved with flowers, packaging, and transportation. To address this, we conduct due diligence on all new and existing suppliers. This process includes:
We continue to improve our supplier assessment processes and are committed to greater transparency in our supply chains.
All Florist North Woolwich staff, from shop floor to management, receive training and updates on the risks and signs of modern slavery. This training empowers our employees to identify indicators of exploitation, understand their roles in prevention, and respond appropriately when concerns arise. Our induction processes also include clear guidance on responsible business practices and our expectations regarding ethical conduct.
We create a safe environment for our team to raise any suspicions or concerns about modern slavery, both within our operations and in our supply chain. Clear internal channels have been established for the confidential reporting of issues, with assurances that these reports will be handled discreetly and thoroughly investigated. Where serious concerns are identified, we are prepared to cooperate fully with law enforcement and relevant authorities.
This modern slavery statement is reviewed annually to ensure its effectiveness and relevance. We use these reviews to reflect on our policies, assess emerging risks, and adopt best practices. We are committed to learning and improvement, strengthening our approach with every review cycle and remaining vigilant to new threats within our sector.
As a florist deeply embedded in the North Woolwich community, we are dedicated to maintaining the trust of our customers and partners by standing firm in our opposition to modern slavery. We see it as our duty to lead by example, ensuring that every bouquet or arrangement we deliver is underpinned by integrity, respect, and responsibility.
This statement affirms Florist North Woolwich’s commitment to ethical conduct in all we do, reflecting our values as a responsible local business. We thank our team, customers, and suppliers for sharing in our determination to eradicate modern slavery in all its forms.
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