As a trusted Putney florist serving local households and businesses, Putney Florist recognises our responsibility to play a proactive role in the prevention of modern slavery and human trafficking. We are wholly committed to acting ethically and transparently in all our business practices and to supporting the welfare of individuals throughout our supply chain. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines the steps we take to ensure that modern slavery has no place within our organisation or among those who supply goods and services to us.
Putney Florist operates a clear zero tolerance policy towards modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and all forms of exploitation. We expect every individual, company, or organisation who provides goods or services to us to demonstrate the same commitment. Any breach of this policy by employees, suppliers, or contractors will result in decisive action, including potential termination of contracts and, if appropriate, referral to the relevant authorities.
We fully understand that the risk of modern slavery can exist at any point in the supply chain. For this reason, we conduct strict due diligence when engaging with new suppliers and periodically review our existing suppliers, particularly those involved in the sourcing of flowers, plants, and associated products. Our vetting process assesses compliance with relevant laws, ethical standards, and working conditions. We require all our suppliers to confirm adherence to anti-slavery principles and reserve the right to conduct audits or request evidence of compliance as part of our ongoing relationship management.
Education and awareness are vital to the success of our anti-slavery initiatives. We provide regular training to new and existing employees to equip them with the knowledge to identify potential signs of modern slavery or exploitation. This includes understanding the definition of modern slavery, recognising warning signs, and knowing their role in our reporting procedures. Training resources are promptly updated to reflect changes in legislation or guidance.
Transparency and openness are key to maintaining an ethical working environment. Any employee, supplier, or stakeholder who suspects or becomes aware of issues related to modern slavery is encouraged to raise concerns through our designated internal channels. Putney Florist is committed to protecting anyone who makes a disclosure in good faith against retaliation or victimisation. Concerns are taken seriously, recorded securely, and investigated accordingly, with appropriate remedial action taken when necessary.
Putney Florist reviews this Modern Slavery Statement annually to ensure its continuing effectiveness and alignment with sector best practices and legal requirements. We monitor the effectiveness of our controls, update training materials, and implement process improvements as part of our ongoing commitment to ethical business operations. The results of our reviews, and any significant changes, are communicated to staff and relevant stakeholders to reinforce our shared responsibility.
As a florist deeply embedded in the Putney community, our ability to maintain the trust of local households and businesses depends on upholding robust ethical standards. We view our anti-slavery efforts as integral to our promise of integrity, care, and accountability—values at the heart of Putney Florist’s identity. We remain dedicated to creating lasting positive impact both within our shop and throughout every link in our supply chain.
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