Modern Slavery Statement – Flower Delivery North Ockendon

Our Commitment Against Modern Slavery

At Flower Delivery North Ockendon, we uphold the highest ethical standards in every aspect of our business. As a trusted florist serving North Ockendon’s households and businesses, we recognise our responsibility to combat modern slavery, human trafficking, and forced labour across all operations and supply chains. This statement demonstrates our dedication to creating a fair, safe, and respectful environment for everyone involved in our business, reaffirming our promise to both our customers and our community.

Zero Tolerance for Modern Slavery

We have a strict zero tolerance policy towards modern slavery in any form. Whether within our own organisation or in any part of our supply chain, we do not and will not tolerate forced, bonded, or involuntary labour. Our leadership team is committed to ensuring that our business and supply partners adhere to all legal and ethical standards, and we take any indication of modern slavery very seriously.

Supplier Due Diligence

Effective supplier due diligence is core to our prevention strategy. Before engaging with any supplier, we undertake a thorough assessment of their ethical standards, labour practices, and compliance with modern slavery legislation. We seek assurances that our suppliers uphold robust anti-slavery policies and, where appropriate, request evidence of their own modern slavery statements or related policies. Ongoing performance reviews and spot checks help ensure continued adherence, and where concerns arise, immediate investigations are launched. Any supplier failing to meet our requirements will have their relationship with us re-evaluated or terminated.

Empowering Staff with Training

We believe that education is key to prevention. All Flower Delivery North Ockendon staff receive regular training on modern slavery awareness and identification. This empowers our team to recognise indicators of exploitation, understand the company’s reporting processes, and operate compassionately when concerns arise. By creating an informed workforce, we bolster our organisational resilience against unethical practices.

Clear Reporting Channels

Encouraging vigilance and transparency lies at the heart of our anti-slavery framework. We maintain clear and accessible channels for staff, suppliers, and customers to report suspected instances of modern slavery in complete confidence. All concerns are treated seriously and investigated swiftly by our designated lead. We strictly prohibit any retaliation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith, ensuring a trusting and open culture within our business.

Regular Review and Accountability

Embedded throughout Flower Delivery North Ockendon’s operations is a commitment to continual improvement. Our modern slavery statement is reviewed annually to reflect evolving legal requirements, industry best practices, and feedback from stakeholders. This process ensures our approach remains robust and effective, providing assurance to every customer and partner we work with.

Our Responsibility to North Ockendon

As a leading florist in North Ockendon, we are deeply conscious of our role in protecting the rights and wellbeing of everyone touched by our services and supply chain. Our ongoing commitment to fighting modern slavery reinforces the trust placed in us by local households and businesses. We pledge to act ethically, transparently, and proactively, holding ourselves to account so we can continue delivering beauty and care to our community in the most responsible way possible.