At Totteridge Florist, we are steadfast in our commitment to ensuring that modern slavery and human trafficking have no place in our operations or supply chains. We adopt a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking. This policy guides our everyday practice and reflects our core values as a trusted Totteridge florist serving households and businesses across the community.
We recognise the importance of working with reputable suppliers who share our ethical standards. We closely evaluate our suppliers, both local and international, before establishing any business relationship. Our assessments focus on the supplier's employment practices, adherence to labour laws, and transparency in their own supply chains.
Risk areas, such as imported floral products, decorative arrangements, and packaging, are subject to heightened scrutiny. We require suppliers to confirm that their operations, and those of their own partners, uphold the prohibition of modern slavery in all its forms. Any supplier found to be in violation of these principles faces immediate termination of partnership with Totteridge Florist.
Our team plays a crucial role in upholding high ethical standards. We provide ongoing training to all employees to help them recognise signs of modern slavery and human trafficking. This education covers applicable legislation, potential risk factors within the floristry sector, and the correct procedures for raising concerns. Our aim is to ensure every staff member understands the impact of modern slavery and feels empowered to take action if necessary.
Totteridge Florist is committed to fostering an open culture where concerns regarding modern slavery or unethical practices can be reported safely and anonymously if required. We maintain clear internal reporting channels for raising suspicions or incidents relating to modern slavery, whether they concern our own operations or our suppliers. These channels assure staff that all reports will be taken seriously, investigated promptly, and handled with full confidentiality as appropriate.
We actively encourage employees, suppliers, and even customers to raise concerns without fear of retribution. Through open dialogue and clear procedures, we seek to eliminate any risks or traces of unethical practices in our business.
This Modern Slavery Statement is subject to annual review by the management of Totteridge Florist. Regular reviews ensure our practices adapt and improve in response to evolving risks and industry best practice. We use these reviews to evaluate the effectiveness of our policies, update staff training, strengthen supplier checks, and develop new strategies as needed.
Our leadership is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards year-on-year, ensuring we remain vigilant and proactive in protecting the rights and well-being of all individuals connected to our business.
As a cherished florist trusted by Totteridge households and businesses, we understand our responsibility goes beyond beautiful floral arrangements. Ensuring the dignity, safety, and fair treatment of every person involved in our supply chain is key to building lasting relationships with our customers and community. Our approach to preventing modern slavery is one of the ways we strive to honour that responsibility every day.
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