Modern Slavery Statement for Flowers Chesham
Introduction
Flowers Chesham is wholly committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business operations. As a trusted florist serving households and businesses in Chesham, we understand our responsibility to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our supply chains, workplace, and community. This statement explains our ongoing actions and policies to ensure our activities and relationships are free from modern slavery in any form.
Our Zero Tolerance Policy
Modern slavery—encompassing forced labour, servitude, human trafficking, and child exploitation—is a grave violation of fundamental human rights. Flowers Chesham has a strict zero tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and related abuses. We do not tolerate it within our business, and we expect the same robust stance from everyone with whom we do business, including suppliers, subcontractors, and business partners.
Supplier Due Diligence
We recognise that many of our fresh and decorative products are only possible due to extensive global supply chains. To mitigate the risk of modern slavery, we have introduced supplier due diligence measures that include:
- Requiring all suppliers to acknowledge compliance with applicable anti-slavery laws and our ethical standards.
- Assessing suppliers' employment practices and labour policies during the vetting process.
- Reserving the right to investigate or audit suppliers' business practices as appropriate.
- Educating our suppliers about our zero-tolerance stance, reinforcing expectations of transparency and ethical conduct.
Staff Training and Awareness
Staff at Flowers Chesham receive guidance and training on recognising, preventing, and addressing the risks of modern slavery and human trafficking. Training ensures employees understand what constitutes modern slavery, how it can emerge within supply chains or workplaces, and how they can help prevent it. We encourage open dialogue and provide resources that empower our team members to remain vigilant and proactive.
Reporting Channels
Everyone at Flowers Chesham is encouraged and empowered to report concerns related to modern slavery without fear of retaliation. We have clear internal processes for escalating potential issues, whether they involve our own staff, contractors, or suppliers. Management treats all reports with the highest seriousness and confidentiality, investigating swiftly and taking appropriate corrective action as necessary.
Annual Review and Continuous Improvement
We are committed to regular evaluation and enhancement of our policies and procedures. This modern slavery statement is reviewed annually to ensure its ongoing relevance and effectiveness. Feedback from employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve helps us improve our approach. As new guidance and best practices emerge, we are dedicated to integrating them into our operations to uphold the highest possible standards.
Serving Chesham with Integrity
At Flowers Chesham, our responsibility extends beyond delivering beautiful floral arrangements. By actively working to prevent the risk of exploitation and by maintaining transparency in our business relationships, we demonstrate our commitment to ethical business for our local customers and partners. We value the trust placed in us by our community and will continue striving to ensure our services help build a fairer, safer environment for all.
