Modern Slavery Statement – Flowers Dollis Hill
Our Commitment to Combating Modern Slavery
At Flowers Dollis Hill, we hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as a florist trusted by local households and businesses. We are devoted to ensuring that modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and all forms of exploitation have no place in our business operations or within our supply chains. This statement sets out the steps we take annually to prevent and address risks of modern slavery, reflecting our duty as a responsible Dollis Hill florist.
Zero Tolerance Policy
Flowers Dollis Hill operates a zero tolerance policy regarding modern slavery and human trafficking. This principle extends to all aspects of our activities, including direct employees, suppliers, and service providers. We are unwavering in our stance against exploitation and expect the same rigorous commitment from all those with whom we conduct business.
Supplier Due Diligence
We recognise that our suppliers play a crucial role in the integrity of our business. Flowers Dollis Hill implements a comprehensive due diligence process to ensure that our direct and indirect suppliers adhere to laws and ethical standards prohibiting all forms of modern slavery. This includes:
- Assessing risks of slavery and human trafficking within supply chains.
- Requesting information from suppliers about their labour practices and policies.
- Requiring compliance with our own ethical code as a condition of trading.
- Prioritising relationships with suppliers able to demonstrate safe and fair working conditions.
Staff Training and Awareness
Education and vigilance are key to effective prevention. All our employees, both permanent and temporary, receive training on identifying the signs of modern slavery and understanding our reporting channels. Regular briefings ensure staff remain alert to potential risks in both our workplace and the broader supply chain. We cultivate a company-wide knowledge of responsibilities, enabling everyone to play their part in safeguarding against exploitation.
Reporting Channels
We actively encourage staff and suppliers to raise any suspicions or incidents of modern slavery. Flowers Dollis Hill provides clear and confidential channels for reporting concerns, free from fear of retaliation. Every report is taken seriously and investigated thoroughly, with steps taken to protect whistleblowers. We work closely with relevant authorities if cases of concern are identified, underscoring our strong commitment to transparency and accountability.
Annual Review and Ongoing Improvement
This statement and our related anti-slavery measures are reviewed yearly to ensure that we are consistently addressing changing risks and implementing improvements where required. We consult with staff and consult best practice guidance to enhance the effectiveness of our efforts. Clear annual reviews help us hold ourselves and our partners accountable, strengthening our stand against modern slavery year after year.
Our Role in the Community
Flowers Dollis Hill is proud to be a trusted florist for households and businesses in Dollis Hill and nearby communities. Upholding these standards is integral to the trust placed in us by our customers and neighbours. We remain steadfast in our responsibility to operate ethically and support a marketplace free from exploitation.
This Modern Slavery Statement is made as part of our wider commitment to ethical, transparent, and responsible business conduct throughout our community service.
