Modern Slavery Statement: Flowers Plaistow’s Commitment

Our Commitment to Preventing Modern Slavery

Flowers Plaistow recognises its responsibility as a trusted florist serving Plaistow’s local households and businesses. We are dedicated to upholding the highest ethical standards, including the absolute prevention of modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms. Our modern slavery statement outlines the steps we take to ensure our operations and supply chains remain free from exploitation, reflecting our core values and our commitment to the community we serve.

Zero Tolerance Policy

At Flowers Plaistow, we operate on a strict zero tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. We do not tolerate, enable, or ignore any form of forced labour, servitude, child labour, or any practices that may contribute to the exploitation of people. This stance is communicated clearly to our employees, suppliers, and contractors as a non-negotiable condition of engagement with our business.

Supplier Due Diligence

We recognise that our supply chain is integral to our success and reputation. To prevent risks related to modern slavery, we carry out comprehensive due diligence before working with new suppliers. This includes assessing their employment practices, procuring policies relating to labour standards, and, where appropriate, requiring declarations of compliance with anti-slavery legislation. We routinely review our supplier relationships to ensure continued alignment with our ethical standards and reserve the right to terminate contracts if any aspect of modern slavery is uncovered.

Staff Training and Awareness

Awareness and vigilance are essential in preventing modern slavery. To this end, Flowers Plaistow provides regular training to all employees to help them identify the signs of modern slavery, understand their responsibilities, and know how to respond if concerns arise. New starters are introduced to our zero tolerance approach during their induction and all staff receive updates whenever policies or relevant laws change. We believe an educated team is a primary defence against unethical practices.

Reporting Channels

To ensure that any concerns can be raised safely and appropriately, Flowers Plaistow has established clear reporting channels for employees and stakeholders. All staff are encouraged to voice any suspicions or evidence of modern slavery without fear of retaliation, with the assurance that all reports will be investigated fully and confidentially by senior management. We are committed to acting decisively on any matter raised, working swiftly to address issues and involve authorities where required.

Annual Statement Review

This modern slavery statement is reviewed annually by the management team to ensure its effectiveness and relevance. We remain vigilant to changes in legislation, industry best practices, and the evolving nature of global supply chains. Updates to our policies or processes are promptly communicated to all employees and suppliers. Our commitment is ongoing, as we strive for continuous improvement in ethical business conduct.

Reflecting Our Values in the Community

As part of Plaistow’s local business community, Flowers Plaistow takes its role seriously in promoting fairness, respect, and dignity. Our active approach to eradicating modern slavery reflects not only our legal obligations but the trust placed in us by households and businesses across Plaistow. We are proud to set this standard and will continue to champion human rights within our operations and supply chain.