Modern Slavery Statement for Flowers Keston

Our Zero-Tolerance Approach to Modern Slavery

At Flowers Keston, we take our responsibility as a trusted local florist seriously, proudly serving households and businesses throughout Keston. As part of our commitment to ethical conduct and community trust, we have adopted a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery and human trafficking within every aspect of our operations. We recognize the importance of maintaining transparent and ethical supply chains, and we are steadfast in our resolve to ensure that forced labour, exploitation, or any form of modern slavery does not exist in our business or among our suppliers.

Supplier Due Diligence

We appreciate that transparency and active oversight within supply chains are vital in preventing modern slavery. Flowers Keston implements a rigorous supplier due diligence process. Before engaging with any new supplier, we conduct thorough assessments that include evaluating their labour practices, compliance standards, and ethical credentials. We communicate our zero-tolerance policy directly and request written confirmation that suppliers share our values and operate in accordance with applicable laws concerning modern slavery. Where appropriate, we request evidence of their own steps to combat modern slavery, including recent employee welfare audits and policy documentation.

Staff Training and Awareness

Our team is central to upholding our values. All Flowers Keston staff undergo training to raise awareness of the signs of modern slavery, and to understand their personal and collective responsibilities in helping to prevent it. We provide information on identifying and reporting potential concerns, ensuring our staff feel empowered and supported should they encounter something suspicious. Training is refreshed regularly to encompass evolving risks and best practices relevant to the floral industry.

Clear Reporting Channels

Flowers Keston is committed to providing clear and safe channels for staff and third parties to raise concerns about potential human rights abuses or unethical behaviour in our business or supply chains. Concerns can be reported internally in confidence and are always taken seriously, ensuring there is no retaliation for speaking up in good faith. We thoroughly investigate all reports and, where appropriate, take swift and decisive action, including revisiting or terminating supplier relationships if necessary.

Ongoing Review and Improvement

Our Modern Slavery Statement is not a one-time declaration but an ongoing commitment. The effectiveness of our policies, procedures, and controls is reviewed annually to identify areas for improvement. As industry risks or legislative requirements change, Flowers Keston will update our processes and training accordingly to ensure the highest ethical standards. We also encourage feedback and suggestions from staff and partners that may enhance our working practices or strengthen our defences against modern slavery in all its forms.

Our Commitment to the Keston Community

We understand that trust is earned through action. Flowers Keston vows to continue operating transparently, ethically, and responsibly in every interaction we share with families and businesses across Keston. We believe it is our duty as a respected local florist not only to deliver quality products but also to set an example in social responsibility and uphold the highest standards in modern slavery prevention. This statement reflects our dedication to maintaining the confidence you place in us, now and in the future.