Florist Upper Clapton Modern Slavery Statement

Commitment to Preventing Modern Slavery

At Florist Upper Clapton, we are dedicated to conducting our business with integrity, transparency, and a profound respect for human rights. As a trusted Upper Clapton florist serving local households and businesses, we recognise our responsibility to ensure that modern slavery, in any form—including slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking—is not tolerated within our organisation or supply chains.

Zero Tolerance Policy

We have a strict zero tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking. This policy is fundamental to our operations and underpins all business relationships and decisions. All staff, contractors, and suppliers are required to adhere to this policy in every aspect of their activities with, or on behalf of, Florist Upper Clapton.

Supplier Due Diligence

As part of our commitment to ethical trading, we undertake robust due diligence processes with all our suppliers. This includes initial assessments, regular reviews, and ongoing monitoring to ensure that no part of our supply chain is involved with modern slavery practices. We expect our suppliers to operate with the same high ethical standards as ourselves, and we include contractual obligations regarding anti-slavery measures within our supply agreements. Where required, suppliers are asked to provide evidence of their compliance activities and to cooperate with our audits and requests for information.

Staff Training and Awareness

We believe that awareness and education are essential in the fight against modern slavery. Florist Upper Clapton provides regular training to all employees to ensure they are able to identify signs of modern slavery and understand how to respond if concerns are raised. This training also covers our company policies, legal responsibilities, and the procedures to follow should an issue be identified. By equipping our staff with the right knowledge and tools, we foster a culture where unethical labour practices are not ignored and can be appropriately addressed.

Reporting Channels

We maintain safe and confidential channels for employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders to report concerns related to modern slavery, without fear of retaliation. Reports can be made anonymously and are handled sensitively. Each report is promptly and thoroughly investigated, and if modern slavery or human trafficking is identified, we will take immediate action to address the matter in line with our zero tolerance approach and all legal requirements.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This statement and our associated policies are reviewed annually, or more frequently if needed, to ensure ongoing relevance and effectiveness. We are committed to continuously improving our procedures and training based on feedback, changes in legislation, and best practice developments within our industry.

Our Responsibility to the Local Community

Florist Upper Clapton takes pride in being a trusted provider of floral services to the Upper Clapton community. Our commitment to eradicating modern slavery is not only a legal obligation but also a reflection of the trust placed in us by local households and businesses. We are determined to maintain the highest ethical standards in every area of our business. We encourage our customers, suppliers, and staff to support us in upholding this responsibility and to report any concerns regarding modern slavery so that we can take timely and effective action.