At Flowers Welling, we recognise the vital role we play not just as a local florist, but as a responsible business in the fight against modern slavery. We are committed to upholding ethical values throughout every aspect of our operations and to ensuring that all people are treated with dignity and respect. Our position is clear: we operate a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and the exploitation of vulnerable individuals, both within our company and in our supply chains.
Flowers Welling adopts a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking in any form. We believe that no person—whether employee, agency worker, supplier, or contractor—should ever be subjected to any form of servitude, forced work, coercion, or exploitation. We expect all those who work with us or on our behalf to share this commitment, and we take swift and appropriate action should we discover any breach of these ethical standards.
Responsible sourcing of flowers, materials, and associated products is fundamental to our business. Flowers Welling undertakes rigorous due diligence when appointing and reviewing our suppliers. We require that all our suppliers, whether local or international, confirm their own adherence to modern slavery laws and ethical working conditions. Regular reviews and, where possible, site visits are conducted to ensure compliance. Our commitment extends to always prioritising suppliers with proven transparent policies and responsible labour practices.
We believe that awareness is key in preventing modern slavery. Flowers Welling provides training to all employees and relevant third parties to help them understand the signs of modern slavery and human trafficking, and to empower them to act where they have concerns. This training forms part of our onboarding process and is reinforced through regular refresher sessions. By maintaining an informed and vigilant team, we actively contribute to identifying and eradicating any potential risks.
We value openness and encourage our employees, suppliers, and customers to report any suspicions of modern slavery or unethical behaviour, without delay. We have established clear, confidential reporting channels internally, enabling concerns to be shared safely and promptly, anonymously if necessary. All reports are taken seriously and are subject to thorough investigation by management. Retaliation against whistleblowers is strictly prohibited as part of our ethical policy framework.
Flowers Welling commits to reviewing this Modern Slavery Statement annually, or as required if significant changes arise within our operations or supply chain. As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, feedback from employees, customers, and partners is always welcome and used to further strengthen our practices. Where any shortcomings are identified, we pledge to take prompt and effective corrective actions.
Our responsibility as a leading florist in Welling extends beyond delivering beautiful arrangements to local households and businesses. We strive to be a role model for integrity and ethical conduct in our industry and community. This Modern Slavery Statement reflects not just our legal obligations, but our dedication to fairness, respect, and the highest moral standards in everything we do.
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