At Whetstone Florist, we recognise our responsibility to uphold ethical practices and respect human rights in all aspects of our business. As a trusted florist serving households and businesses in the Whetstone community, we are committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and across our supply chains. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to ensure that slavery and human trafficking do not occur within our business or through our suppliers.
Whetstone Florist has a zero tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking. Our core values compel us to treat all individuals with respect and dignity, ensuring fair labour conditions for everyone connected with our business. There is no place for forced labour, servitude, child labour, or any form of exploitation in our operations or supply chain. Should any evidence of modern slavery be identified, we are committed to taking swift and decisive action.
We recognise that the supply of flowers and materials involves a global chain, which may present risks of unethical labour practices. To address this, we carry out appropriate due diligence on our suppliers and business partners before establishing any commercial relationship. This includes understanding their practices regarding worker rights, ensuring compliance with our standards, and requiring warranties against involvement in slavery or trafficking. Our contracts with suppliers include expectations for adherence to anti-slavery policies, and breaches may result in termination of agreements.
Our employees are essential in upholding our values in every aspect of our operations. To ensure all staff are vigilant and informed, we provide training on recognising the signs of modern slavery and understanding how to respond. Employees are made aware of our policy commitments, the risks posed by modern slavery, and the channels available for reporting concerns, reinforcing our shared responsibility to safeguard workers' rights.
Whetstone Florist encourages a culture of transparency and accountability. We provide all staff with clear internal procedures for reporting any suspicions or evidence of modern slavery or human trafficking they encounter. All reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly, and managed confidentially. We are committed to providing support and protection to anyone who raises concerns in good faith, ensuring that whistleblowers are not subject to retaliation or disadvantage.
We are dedicated to continually reviewing and strengthening our efforts to eradicate modern slavery. This statement and our underlying policies are reviewed annually to ensure they reflect current legislation, best practice, and the evolving nature of supply chain risks. We assess the effectiveness of our actions each year and seek new ways to increase protection through collaboration and ongoing dialogue with staff and suppliers.
As a florist serving local families and businesses, maintaining the trust of our customers is paramount. Our commitment to ethical practices is a core part of who we are, reflecting our dedication to the community and the well-being of those whose labour enables us to provide beautiful flowers and exceptional service. By taking clear and consistent action against modern slavery, Whetstone Florist contributes to a fairer, more just supply chain both locally and globally.
This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the management of Whetstone Florist and will be reviewed and updated each year as appropriate.
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