As a trusted florist proudly serving households and businesses across Hammersmith, Hammersmith Flowers is committed to conducting our operations ethically and responsibly. Modern slavery, encompassing slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and exploitation, has no place in our business or supply chains. Our Modern Slavery Statement outlines the measures we take to uphold the highest standards, reflecting our duty of care to our customers, staff, suppliers, and community.
Hammersmith Flowers maintains a strict zero tolerance approach towards all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. We are resolute in our commitment to preventing and addressing any risk of these practices in our business and throughout our supply chain. Our policy is communicated clearly to employees, contractors, and partners, leaving no doubt that any breach will result in decisive action including potential contract termination and referral to relevant authorities.
We recognise the importance of rigorous supplier selection and ongoing evaluation in preventing exploitation. Before engaging with any supplier, we conduct thorough due diligence via questionnaires, reference checks, and, where possible, site visits. All suppliers must confirm compliance with anti-slavery laws and demonstrate clear policies and procedures that prevent modern slavery. We continually monitor existing supplier relationships to identify and act upon any risks or warning signs. Priority is given to working with suppliers who share our values and who can evidence ethical sourcing practices at every stage, from farm to florist.
Promoting awareness is central to our approach. All staff at Hammersmith Flowers receive training on recognising signs of modern slavery and the importance of responsible sourcing. Training is reviewed and refreshed regularly to keep pace with new risks and evolving best practices. By fostering a culture of vigilance, every team member is equipped to identify potential issues within our business and supply chain and respond appropriately.
We encourage open communication and have established multiple channels for staff, suppliers, and the wider community to raise concerns in full confidence. Whether it relates to suspected exploitation, unsafe working conditions, or unethical practices, every concern is treated with the utmost seriousness and sensitivity. Whistleblowers are fully protected, and all reports are investigated promptly and thoroughly by senior management in accordance with our established procedures.
Our Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually to ensure its effectiveness in the face of changing risks, legislation, and industry standards. These reviews are used to refine our procedures, enhance training, and adapt our supplier due diligence and monitoring processes. By committing to this ongoing evaluation, Hammersmith Flowers strives for continuous improvement in safeguarding the rights and dignity of all those affected by our business and supply chain.
This statement speaks to our wider responsibility as a trusted florist operating in Hammersmith. Our clients rely on us not only for the quality and freshness of our flowers, but also for our integrity and commitment to ethical practices. We believe that upholding these standards is integral to retaining the trust of our local households and businesses, and to fostering a flourishing community free from exploitation.
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