Modern Slavery Statement for Flower Delivery Morden
Introduction
At Flower Delivery Morden, we are deeply committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in everything we do. As a trusted florist serving households and businesses across Morden, we recognise our responsibility to protect human rights and prevent any form of modern slavery or human trafficking within our business operations and supply chains. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines the steps we take to fulfil this responsibility, demonstrating our dedication to ethical sourcing and fair treatment of everyone involved in bringing our floral arrangements to our community.
Our Zero Tolerance Policy
Flower Delivery Morden maintains a strict zero tolerance approach to modern slavery in all its forms, including slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking. We are unequivocal in our stance that such practices have no place in our business or relationships. Our senior management team are accountable for ensuring awareness of this policy and enforcing robust controls across all aspects of our operations.
Supplier Due Diligence
Our flowers are sourced from a network of suppliers who must adhere to our Supplier Code of Conduct. This code requires compliance with all relevant laws and ethical standards, specifically prohibiting any practices relating to modern slavery or exploitative labour. Before commencing relationships, we assess suppliers through due diligence checks, including assessment of their employment practices, working conditions, and related modern slavery policies.
We maintain ongoing oversight by regularly reviewing supplier compliance and reserving the right to terminate relationships with any suppliers found to be in breach of our standards or found complicit in illegal or unethical practices. Our supplier selection and review processes are continually evolving to reflect best practices in responsible sourcing.
Staff Training and Awareness
Education and awareness are central to our approach. All Flower Delivery Morden staff undergo training on the risks of modern slavery, how to identify potential indicators within the workplace or supply chain, and steps for safe reporting. We reinforce our zero tolerance stance through regular training sessions and make sure our team is updated with any changes to policy or legal requirements relating to modern slavery and human trafficking.
Reporting and Whistleblowing
We are committed to maintaining a culture of transparency and accountability. Our staff are encouraged and empowered to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery within Flower Delivery Morden or among our suppliers. We ensure there are secure and confidential reporting channels in place, and we guarantee that concerns will be treated with the utmost seriousness and investigated impartially. Whistleblowers raising genuine concerns are protected against retaliation in line with our organisational values.
Annual Review and Continuous Improvement
We regularly review and update our policies, procedures, and training relating to modern slavery. An annual review is undertaken by our leadership team to assess the effectiveness of our controls, respond to emerging risks, and drive ongoing improvements. Feedback from staff, suppliers, and stakeholders helps to ensure our approach remains relevant and robust.
Our Ongoing Responsibility
As a trusted florist in Morden, our commitment to fighting modern slavery forms part of our broader responsibility to our customers, colleagues, and the community. We are dedicated to conducting business in a manner that respects human dignity and advances positive social impact, ensuring all our arrangements and services reflect the values we uphold as a business.
This statement is reviewed annually and reflects our current position and ongoing commitment to combating modern slavery within Flower Delivery Morden and across our supply chains.
