Modern Slavery Statement 2024 – Flower Delivery Harlington
Our Approach to Modern Slavery
At Flower Delivery Harlington, we take our ethical responsibilities seriously as a trusted provider of floral arrangements to both households and businesses throughout Harlington. We recognise modern slavery and human trafficking as grave violations of fundamental human rights and are fully committed to playing our part in eradicating these abuses from both our business and supply chains.
Zero Tolerance Policy
We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. This commitment extends to our own operations, our direct employees, and to the practices within our supply chains. We expect all those with whom we do business, including suppliers and partners, to adhere to the highest ethical standards in all their activities.
Supplier Due Diligence
We understand that the risks related to modern slavery can be present at every stage of our supply chain, from the sourcing of flowers to the delivery of our products. To address this, we conduct thorough due diligence on all new suppliers and regularly review existing supply relationships. This evaluation process includes:
- Assessing supplier policies on labour standards, human rights, and working conditions
- Requiring suppliers to confirm compliance with anti-slavery and anti-human trafficking legislation
- Carrying out site visits or requesting evidence (where feasible) of compliance with our ethical expectations
- Monitoring suppliers for any signs of non-compliance and responding appropriately should any issues arise
We will not knowingly work with suppliers who fail to uphold our standards on preventing modern slavery and will terminate relationships where necessary.
Staff Training and Awareness
All team members at Flower Delivery Harlington receive guidance on recognising, reporting, and addressing potential acts of modern slavery and human trafficking. By raising awareness among our staff, we ensure that everyone understands their role in identifying exploitation and supporting those who may be affected. As part of induction and ongoing training, our employees are briefed on:
- The risks and indicators of modern slavery in our industry
- The importance of robust supplier assessment
- How to raise concerns or report suspicions safely and confidentially
Reporting and Grievance Mechanisms
We actively encourage everyone connected to Flower Delivery Harlington—employees, suppliers, and even customers—to report concerns about possible cases of modern slavery or human trafficking. We have clear, accessible channels for reporting such concerns, ensuring that reports are treated seriously and investigated without fear of retaliation. While we do not publish specific contact details here, we assure all stakeholders that reports will be handled promptly and confidentially by appropriate senior management.
Annual Review and Continuous Improvement
Our Modern Slavery Statement and related policies are reviewed annually to ensure they remain up to date and effective. This includes feedback from staff, suppliers, and monitoring evolving best practice within the industry. Where necessary, we will implement improvements to further minimise risks and strengthen our approach.
Our Responsibility to Harlington
Serving our community as a reputable Harlington florist comes with the responsibility to operate with transparency, fairness, and integrity. By upholding these principles, we strive to be a business our customers can trust—both for the beauty of our flowers and the principles behind our service. Flower Delivery Harlington is committed to continual vigilance and improvement in the fight against modern slavery.
