At Flowers Deptford, we are unwavering in our commitment to tackling modern slavery and human trafficking within all areas of our business operations and supply chain. As a trusted Deptford florist, serving local households and businesses, we recognize our responsibility to act with integrity and transparency for the benefit of our community and the wider society.
Modern slavery is a heinous crime and a violation of fundamental human rights. Flowers Deptford has a strict zero tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, child labour, and human trafficking. We expect everyone who works with us or on our behalf—including employees, temporary staff, contractors, and suppliers—to share this commitment. Any indication of such practices leads to immediate and decisive action, in line with our values.
We recognize that the risk of modern slavery can exist anywhere in our supply chain, particularly among suppliers and distributors. Therefore, we conduct rigorous due diligence to vet suppliers before engagement and as part of ongoing relationships. This process includes requiring suppliers to confirm their own anti-slavery policies, asking them to respond to specific due diligence questionnaires, and conducting risk-based audits or assessments. Where concerns are raised, we take steps to investigate and, if appropriate, terminate supplier relationships that do not meet our standards.
We believe that awareness is the first line of defence in the fight against modern slavery. All Flowers Deptford staff receive training on recognising the warning signs of exploitation, understanding our policies, and knowing how to report concerns. This training is refreshed regularly to ensure that all team members remain vigilant and informed. We also encourage an open culture where staff can ask questions or raise suspicions without fear of reprisal.
All employees, suppliers, and stakeholders are urged to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking. Multiple reporting channels are available, ensuring confidentiality and support for those raising concerns. All reports are taken seriously and investigated thoroughly, with appropriate steps taken to address the issues raised, including escalating to relevant external agencies where necessary.
We are committed to continually improving our approach to tackling modern slavery. This statement and our related policies are reviewed at least annually to ensure effectiveness and compliance with current regulations. We also assess our supply chain, staff training, and reporting mechanisms regularly, implementing improvements whenever needed.
As a longstanding Deptford florist, Flowers Deptford is dedicated to acting with care and responsibility. Our modern slavery statement is a core part of our ethical standards, reflecting our promise to protect the welfare of those in our workplace, supply chain, and the wider community we serve. By upholding these commitments, we aim to provide not only beautiful floral arrangements but also act as a responsible business partner to Deptford households and enterprises.
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