At Florist Wapping, we recognise the ongoing global problem of modern slavery and human trafficking. As a florist trusted by households and local businesses throughout Wapping, we are dedicated to operating ethically and transparently in all aspects of our business. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines the steps we take to prevent modern slavery within our company and throughout our supply chains.
Florist Wapping maintains a zero tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking. We hold ourselves, our employees, and our suppliers to the highest ethical standards, and we expect complete compliance with all applicable laws surrounding labour and human rights.
We understand that the risk of modern slavery can exist at any stage within the floral supply chain, from sourcing flowers and foliage to procurement of packaging and related materials. To mitigate this risk, we conduct rigorous due diligence when onboarding new suppliers, requiring them to confirm their adherence to ethical practices and relevant legislation. We regularly review and monitor supplier conduct, and make it clear that any breach of our modern slavery standards may result in termination of the business relationship.
Periodic supplier assessments help us identify and address any areas of concern. We favour suppliers with robust ethical policies and transparent operations, and we encourage transparency across their own supply chains as well.
Our staff are crucial to upholding an ethical culture at Florist Wapping. We provide training to ensure all team members understand the signs of modern slavery and the steps required to report concerns. Training is updated as necessary to reflect new risks or changes in legislation, ensuring our team remains informed and vigilant.
We are committed to fostering an environment where modern slavery concerns can be safely raised and addressed. We have established clear, confidential reporting mechanisms accessible to all employees, suppliers, and third parties. Reports are swiftly investigated with sensitivity, and we pledge to take appropriate action whenever necessary, without retaliation against whistleblowers.
This statement and our related policies are reviewed annually to ensure their ongoing effectiveness. We assess our operations and supply chains, looking for new risks or opportunities to strengthen our stance against modern slavery. We are eager to learn, adapt, and improve as new best practices emerge and as global standards evolve.
Florist Wapping believes that a commitment to combatting modern slavery is fundamental to our role as a respected local business serving the Wapping community. Trust, integrity, and social responsibility are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to working alongside staff, suppliers, customers, and the wider community to uphold these principles now and in the future.
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