Modern Slavery Statement – Flowers Vauxhall

Introduction

At Flowers Vauxhall, we are dedicated to acting with integrity and transparency in all our business dealings. As a trusted local florist serving both households and businesses in the Vauxhall community, we acknowledge our responsibility to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and throughout our supply chains. This statement outlines the steps we take each year to ensure that our business remains free from any form of exploitation.

Zero Tolerance Policy

Flowers Vauxhall operates a strict zero tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. We are unequivocally committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct, ensuring that our staff, suppliers, and business partners understand and share our approach. Any form of slavery, forced labour, servitude, or human trafficking is thoroughly unacceptable and will not be tolerated under any circumstances.

Supplier Due Diligence

We recognise the importance of working only with reliable and ethical suppliers. All new suppliers undergo a rigorous due diligence process, during which we assess their working practices, labour standards, and compliance with anti-slavery legislation. As part of our ongoing relationship with existing suppliers, we regularly monitor their operations and expect them to adhere to our values. Suppliers who fail to meet our standards may face corrective action or termination of their contract with Flowers Vauxhall.

Staff Training

We believe that awareness and education are key to preventing modern slavery. To this end, our staff receive regular training designed to help them recognise signs of exploitation and understand how to respond if they suspect wrongdoing. Training sessions provide practical guidance on what modern slavery looks like in our sector, and ensure that our employees fully understand the company’s policies and their own responsibilities in combating exploitation.

Reporting Channels

Flowers Vauxhall is committed to maintaining a safe and supportive environment where staff, suppliers, or members of the public can raise concerns confidentially. We provide clear internal channels for reporting suspected instances of modern slavery. All reports are taken seriously and investigated promptly and thoroughly. We assure protection from victimisation or retaliation for those who, in good faith, report concerns about modern slavery within any part of our business operations or supply chain.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually to ensure it remains effective and reflects the latest developments in our business and in anti-slavery best practices. We regularly evaluate our processes, supplier relationships, and staff training programs to strengthen our prevention measures. Feedback from employees, suppliers, and stakeholders is welcomed as part of our commitment to continuous improvement in the fight against modern slavery.

Our Responsibility to the Community

As a longstanding and trusted florist in Vauxhall, our responsibilities extend beyond flowers. We are proud to play an active role in safeguarding the rights and wellbeing of those who contribute to our products and services. This Modern Slavery Statement highlights our ongoing dedication to ethical business practices, ensuring that we continue to serve our community with integrity and respect.