Flower Delivery St James's Modern Slavery Statement
Our Commitment to Preventing Modern Slavery
Flower Delivery St James's is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct within all aspects of our business. We recognise our responsibility as a trusted St James's florist, serving local households and businesses, to ensure that our supply chains and our operations are free from modern slavery and human trafficking. This statement outlines the steps we take each year to identify, mitigate, and prevent any form of slavery or exploitation within our business and our supply chain network.
Zero Tolerance Approach
We have a zero tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, child labour, servitude, and human trafficking. Flower Delivery St James's is unequivocal in its stance: such practices have no place within our business or among our suppliers. Our leadership team is committed to ensuring that our principles are embedded in our operations, recruitment, and external relationships.
Supplier Due Diligence
As a business reliant on a diverse supply chain for fresh flowers, packaging, and other materials, we conduct thorough due diligence on all our suppliers, both local and international. This process includes:
- Requiring suppliers to confirm their compliance with laws and best practices regarding modern slavery and human rights.
- Assessing the risk of modern slavery within our supply chain, particularly in higher-risk regions or sectors.
- Including contractual clauses that enable us to review, audit, or terminate contracts if evidence of non-compliance is found.
Our procurement team is trained to identify red flags and to act swiftly should any concerns arise regarding supplier practices.
Staff Training & Awareness
All members of our staff, from florists to delivery drivers and management, receive training on recognising the signs of modern slavery and human trafficking. We regularly update our training materials to reflect current legislation and industry best practise, ensuring every team member understands their role in preventing exploitation and how they can escalate any concerns.
Reporting Channels
We provide clear and confidential avenues for staff, suppliers, and customers to raise concerns about possible instances of modern slavery. Any reports are taken seriously and investigated promptly and thoroughly. We emphasise a culture of openness and protection from retaliation, supporting anyone who comes forward in good faith.
Annual Statement Review
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed and updated annually to ensure its continuing effectiveness and alignment with changes to legislation or company operations. Each review assesses our due diligence procedures, training programmes, and reporting mechanisms for opportunities to improve. The statement is approved at the highest level of our organisation to reinforce our firm commitment.
Responsibility as a Trusted Florist
At Flower Delivery St James's, we understand that our reputation as a reliable and ethical florist within the St James's community is built on trust. We are dedicated to ensuring our operations positively reflect these values and are proud to champion the fight against modern slavery in every aspect of our business.
