At Flowers Sydenham, we recognise our duty to operate ethically and with integrity in all aspects of our business. As a respected florist serving households and businesses in the Sydenham area, we are committed to ensuring modern slavery and human trafficking have no place in any part of our operations or supply chain. This statement explains the steps we actively take to prevent these issues and to fulfil our responsibilities as a trusted member of the local community.
Flowers Sydenham has a strict zero tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking. We prohibit the use of involuntary labour within our own business and expect the same high standards from our suppliers and business partners. We will not knowingly tolerate any provision, acquisition, or use of products or services tainted by modern slavery.
We recognise that the biggest risks of modern slavery can lie within complex supply chains. To mitigate these risks, we undertake appropriate due diligence checks when selecting new suppliers and periodically review our existing supply relationships. Key steps include:
We believe staff understanding is crucial for identifying and preventing modern slavery. All colleagues receive training and guidance on recognising signs of slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking, both within our stores and across our supply network. This training empowers our team to remain alert and report any suspicions quickly, fostering a culture of vigilance and accountability throughout Flowers Sydenham.
We provide clear internal procedures enabling staff, suppliers, or members of the public to raise concerns regarding potential modern slavery or unethical behaviour. All reports are treated with utmost seriousness, confidentiality, and sensitivity. We protect anyone who speaks up in good faith from retaliation and ensure that appropriate investigations and remedial actions follow any credible concerns raised.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed and updated at least annually to reflect changes in legislation, best practice, and our ongoing risk assessment. We also evaluate our policies, supplier relationships, and internal processes to identify opportunities for further improvement and strengthen our approach to preventing modern slavery across all areas of our activity.
Being a valued Sydenham florist is not just about providing beautiful floral arrangements; it is about upholding the trust placed in us by our customers and neighbours. Our commitment to fighting modern slavery is central to our values and how we conduct business. Flowers Sydenham will continue to act with transparency, integrity, and responsibility to ensure our community's trust is always deserved.
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