Modern Slavery Statement 2024 – Flowers Mortlake
Modern Slavery Statement
Flowers Mortlake is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct and transparency in everything we do. As a trusted florist serving households and businesses throughout Mortlake, we recognise our responsibility to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking have no place in our operations or supply chains.
Our Zero Tolerance Policy
Flowers Mortlake maintains a strict zero tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery or human trafficking, both within our own business and across our network of suppliers and partners. We expect every person and organisation we work with to share this unwavering commitment. This policy applies to all employees, agency workers, contractors, and supply chain partners, regardless of their role or status within our business.
Supplier Due Diligence
We understand that the risk of modern slavery can exist at any stage of a supply chain. Therefore, Flowers Mortlake conducts rigorous due diligence when selecting and reviewing suppliers. We require all our suppliers to adhere to our ethical standards and to demonstrate ongoing compliance with all relevant anti-slavery and human trafficking legislation. Our process includes:
- Requesting formal confirmation from suppliers regarding their own modern slavery policies;
- Assessing new and existing suppliers for potential risks associated with forced labour, trafficking, or other unethical practices;
- Reviewing third-party audit reports and certifications where appropriate.
Staff Training and Awareness
Our commitment to ending modern slavery is further strengthened by ensuring all staff are educated and aware of the issues. We provide regular training sessions for our employees, which cover:
- The identification of signs of modern slavery and trafficking;
- Reporting mechanisms available within Flowers Mortlake;
- The importance of vigilance in our everyday interactions with suppliers, customers, and colleagues.
Reporting Channels
We encourage all staff, suppliers, and members of the public to report any concerns they have about possible instances of modern slavery or unethical behaviour connected to Flowers Mortlake. Reports can be made confidentially and without fear of retaliation, and all information will be treated with the utmost seriousness and urgency. Each report is investigated thoroughly, and appropriate action is taken where required. We are committed to providing a safe and open environment in which concerns can be raised.
Annual Review and Continuous Improvement
Flowers Mortlake conducts a formal annual review of this Modern Slavery Statement and our related policies and practices. Improvements and updates are made as needed, both to reflect lessons learned over the previous year and to stay in line with best practices and evolving legislation. We continually strive to strengthen our due diligence processes and staff awareness activities to ensure our approach remains robust and effective.
Our Responsibility to Mortlake
Serving the Mortlake community means more to us than providing beautiful flowers; it means acting as a responsible and trusted business. This statement reinforces our commitment to social responsibility and to protecting the rights, safety, and dignity of everyone affected by our operations. At Flowers Mortlake, we are dedicated to driving positive change and eliminating modern slavery from our business and our community.
