Florist Gants Hill Modern Slavery Statement 2024
Introduction
Florist Gants Hill is dedicated to upholding the highest ethical standards across all aspects of our business. We recognise modern slavery—encompassing slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking—as serious crimes and severe violations of fundamental human rights. As a trusted florist serving local households and businesses in Gants Hill, we acknowledge our duty to take proactive measures to prevent exploitation within our operations and supply chains.
Zero Tolerance Policy
We operate a strict zero tolerance policy regarding modern slavery and human trafficking. Any form of exploitation, whether direct or indirect, is wholly unacceptable. Our zero tolerance approach is integrated into our company ethos, policies, and day-to-day practices. We expect the same high standards from all those we work with, including suppliers, contractors, and business partners.
Supplier Due Diligence
Florist Gants Hill recognises that the risk of modern slavery can exist at any level of the supply chain. To address this, we undertake robust due diligence when considering new suppliers and regularly review our existing suppliers. This process includes:
- Assessing suppliers’ compliance with all applicable labour and human rights legislation.
- Seeking assurances regarding fair pay, safe working conditions, and lawful employment practices among all tiers of suppliers.
- Requesting suppliers to certify that their own supply chains are free from modern slavery and that they implement effective safeguards.
We reserve the right to terminate relationships with any supplier found to be complicit in modern slavery practices or who fails to take appropriate remedial action when concerns are identified.
Staff Training
Ensuring our staff understand the risks and signs of modern slavery is central to our prevention efforts. We provide all employees—including new starters—with training on modern slavery awareness. This training covers:
- How to recognise signs of exploitation or trafficking.
- How to respond where concerns are identified.
- Our internal procedures for escalating and reporting any suspicions of modern slavery.
We also make resources on ethical practices and anti-slavery laws readily available to our team, reinforcing the importance of staying vigilant in all aspects of our work.
Reporting Channels
Florist Gants Hill encourages an open environment in which all staff feel comfortable raising concerns, without fear of reprisal. Team members are able to report, in confidence, any suspicions about slavery-related practices within our business or supply chains. All reports are thoroughly investigated, and appropriate steps are taken in response to any verified breaches of our policy.
Annual Review
We are committed to keeping this Modern Slavery Statement current and effective. Each year, we review our statement, policies, and procedures to ensure they reflect best practice and evolving legal requirements. We also assess the effectiveness of our measures in managing and mitigating the risks of modern slavery. Updates will be made as necessary to strengthen our approach.
Our Community Responsibility
As a florist embedded in the Gants Hill community, serving both residential and business customers, we understand the importance of maintaining the trust placed in us. Our commitment to eradicating modern slavery from our business and supply chains reflects our responsibilities as a reputable, ethical, and socially conscious local florist.
This statement is made in accordance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and will be reviewed and updated on an annual basis.
