At Florist Woodford, we are dedicated to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings. We acknowledge our responsibility as a trusted florist serving households and local businesses across Woodford, and we are resolutely committed to preventing modern slavery, human trafficking, and exploitation in any form within our operations and supply chain.
Modern slavery, in all its forms including forced labour, servitude, and human trafficking, is abhorrent and entirely unacceptable. Florist Woodford maintains a strict zero tolerance policy towards modern slavery. This policy underpins every aspect of our business, from the sourcing of flowers to the delivery of arrangements, and applies equally to our staff, contractors, and suppliers.
As a business reliant on a broad network of suppliers, we understand our vital role in ensuring that our supply chain is free from modern slavery. We conduct thorough due diligence on all new and existing suppliers by gathering information on their practices, policies, and labour standards. We assess the risks associated with each supplier and seek confirmation that they, too, are committed to eradicating modern slavery.
We expect our suppliers to adhere to the same high standards we set for ourselves and to provide evidence of compliance where necessary. Should we have any concerns or become aware of instances of non-compliance, we will take immediate and decisive action, up to and including terminating our relationship with the supplier in question.
Education and awareness-building are vital tools in the fight against modern slavery. Florist Woodford provides ongoing training to all employees so that they understand what modern slavery looks like, the risks associated with our sector, and how to spot possible signs of exploitation. By empowering our staff through training, we ensure they are well equipped to raise concerns and act with vigilance in all aspects of their work.
We promote a culture of openness at Florist Woodford and ensure that reliable reporting channels are available to all staff and stakeholders. We encourage anyone who suspects or becomes aware of concerns related to modern slavery or unethical practices to report these promptly, without fear of retaliation. We treat all reports in the strictest confidence and investigate each matter thoroughly in line with our internal policies and procedures.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually to ensure its continued effectiveness and relevance to our business operations. We are committed to continuous improvement, taking into account feedback from staff, suppliers, and customers, as well as evolving best practice and legislative requirements. Each year, we assess the effectiveness of our approach and update our policies, training, and due diligence processes as needed.
As a longstanding florist in Woodford, we understand that our customers and the community place trust in us to act responsibly. This Modern Slavery Statement is a testament to our ongoing commitment to uphold the highest ethical standards and demonstrate leadership in the fight against modern slavery. Our actions and policies reflect our shared values and our responsibility to protect every individual within our sphere of influence.
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