Modern Slavery Statement for Flowers Fulham
Introduction: Our Ethical Responsibility in Fulham
As a trusted florist serving Fulham’s households and businesses, Flowers Fulham recognises our duty to uphold the highest ethical standards. Modern slavery, in all its forms including human trafficking, forced labour, and servitude, represents a grave violation of human rights. We are committed to ensuring that our operations and supply chain remain free of any such practices, reflecting both our values and our responsibility to our community.
Zero Tolerance Approach
Flowers Fulham operates a strict policy of zero tolerance towards modern slavery and human trafficking. This commitment extends across every aspect of our business. We expect all colleagues, partners, and suppliers to adhere to these standards and take proactive steps to promote fair, legal, and respectful treatment of every individual involved in our business and supply chain.
Supplier Due Diligence
Recognising that modern slavery risks can exist at multiple levels, we have established a rigorous supplier due diligence process. Before entering into agreements, we assess potential and existing suppliers for their own ethical practices, ensuring they comply with all relevant labour laws and have measures in place to prevent modern slavery. We require suppliers to confirm their commitment to our values by:
- Providing documentation of fair working conditions and lawful employment practices,
- Allowing audits and site visits if necessary,
- Promptly disclosing any concerns regarding human rights violations within their operations or supply chain.
Failure to meet these criteria represents grounds for review or termination of the supplier relationship.
Staff Awareness and Training
All Flowers Fulham employees receive ongoing training to help them recognise the signs of modern slavery and understand the importance of ethical sourcing. We ensure that our hiring, onboarding, and day-to-day management practices promote respect, equality, and fairness. This training empowers staff to question, challenge, and report any practice that falls short of our standards, either within our own operations or among our suppliers.
Clear Reporting Channels
We take all reports of unethical behaviour seriously. Flowers Fulham encourages its staff, suppliers, and stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions of modern slavery. Reporting can be done confidentially through our established internal channels. All concerns are reviewed thoroughly and, where appropriate, acted upon promptly. The well-being and anonymity of those raising concerns are protected at all times.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
Modern slavery prevention is an ongoing process. We review this statement and all related policies annually to reflect evolving best practices, new regulatory requirements, and feedback from staff or partners. Any policy updates are communicated clearly across the organisation. Where necessary, we strengthen processes to ensure robust and effective measures are always in place.
Our Commitment to Fulham’s Community
Our approach to modern slavery underscores Flowers Fulham’s role as a responsible business in Fulham. By acting with integrity in all our dealings, we build trust with our customers, partners, and the local community we serve. We remain committed to continual vigilance, ensuring that our business uplifts, rather than exploits, everyone it touches.
