At Acton Flowers, we are fully committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings. As a trusted florist serving households and businesses throughout Acton, we acknowledge our responsibility to take a robust approach to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We maintain a strict zero tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery, including forced or compulsory labour, servitude, and human trafficking.
Acton Flowers sources fresh flowers, foliage, floral accessories, and packaging from multiple suppliers both in the UK and internationally. We recognise the potential for modern slavery risks in both local and global supply chains. For this reason, we carry out thorough due diligence on all new and existing suppliers. Our process involves seeking assurances about their labour practices, checking their own modern slavery statements (where applicable), and taking steps to ensure any third-party vendors meet our ethical standards.
We require our suppliers to confirm their compliance with all applicable laws regarding anti-slavery and human trafficking. Should any suppliers fall short, we reserve the right to terminate agreements immediately. Our procurement team reviews supplier contracts regularly to ensure continued adherence to these principles.
We believe empowering our staff is key to upholding our zero tolerance policy. All members of our team—from florists to delivery drivers—receive regular training on recognising the signs of modern slavery and understanding the risks within the floral supply chain. Staff are taught how to escalate concerns, and we provide updates as legislation or best practice evolves. Training resources are reviewed annually to remain current and effective.
Acton Flowers fosters a culture of openness and accountability. We encourage both employees and external partners to report any suspicions or evidence of modern slavery without hesitation. We have clear internal channels for confidentially raising such concerns, and we ensure that all reports are treated seriously and handled sensitively. No one who raises a genuine concern in good faith will suffer any detrimental treatment for doing so. If a violation is identified, we will take swift and decisive action following investigation, which may include referral to the appropriate authorities.
This statement and the associated policies are reviewed annually by our management team to ensure their suitability and effectiveness. We consider any changes within the business, our supply chain, or regulatory environment and update our controls as needed. We consider continual improvement essential to our approach, and we remain committed to raising standards regarding ethical sourcing and labour conditions wherever possible.
We recognise the important role we play in the Acton community, not just as a provider of flowers, but as a trusted local business whose customers and stakeholders expect the highest ethical standards. By maintaining a transparent, robust approach to tackling modern slavery, we affirm our position as a responsible business partner for local households and companies alike.
This statement reflects our position for the financial year ending 2024 and will be reviewed and updated annually to reflect our ongoing progress in the fight against modern slavery.
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