At Flower Delivery Homerton, we are deeply committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards in every aspect of our business. As a trusted florist serving the households and businesses of Homerton, we recognise our responsibility to ensure that human rights are respected across our operations, including all layers of our supply chain. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines the steps we take to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our business and supplier networks.
We operate with a strict zero tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, servitude, forced and compulsory labour, and human trafficking. No form of exploitation will ever be acceptable in our organisation or in those with whom we do business. This policy underpins all our decisions and everyday practices, ensuring that we do not knowingly support or deal with any business involved in slavery or human trafficking.
We understand that our responsibility extends to every business relationship and all members of our supply chain, whether local or international. Prior to entering into agreements with any supplier, we conduct thorough due diligence checks to verify they have effective policies and practices in place against modern slavery and human trafficking. This includes requesting information on their own supply chain management, reviewing their ethical trade certifications where applicable, and requiring confirmation of compliance with relevant human rights laws and standards.
Our supplier contracts include specific clauses relating to the prevention of modern slavery and human trafficking. Failure to comply with these conditions will result in the termination of business relationships and, where necessary, reporting to relevant authorities.
We believe our team plays a pivotal role in identifying and preventing risks related to modern slavery. Through regular staff training, we ensure that all Flower Delivery Homerton employees understand the indicators of modern slavery, the importance of ethical sourcing, and the steps they must take to raise concerns. These training sessions are periodically updated to ensure they reflect the latest legal requirements and best practices.
We actively encourage our staff, suppliers, and even customers to report any suspicious activities or concerns regarding modern slavery, without fear of retaliation. Clear, confidential reporting procedures are in place to facilitate this, and every report is taken seriously and investigated promptly. In situations where concerns are substantiated, we will take decisive action to rectify the situation and support those affected.
To remain vigilant and responsive, we review our policies, procedures, and the effectiveness of our modern slavery prevention initiatives on an annual basis. This includes assessing supplier relationships, evaluating our staff training programmes, and updating our risk assessments according to any new developments within our sector or changes in legislation. Insights from these reviews inform action plans for continuous improvement.
As a florist entrusted by the people and businesses of Homerton, we hold ourselves accountable not just to the law, but to the community we serve. Our commitment to preventing modern slavery is integral to maintaining that trust and operating with integrity. We recognise that the fight against modern slavery is ongoing, and we promise to continually strengthen our safeguards for the benefit of all individuals touched by our business, both locally and throughout our supply chain.
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