At Florist Gipsy Hill, we are fully committed to operating our business in an ethical and responsible manner. As a trusted florist serving households and businesses in Gipsy Hill and the surrounding areas, we recognise our responsibility to uphold the highest standards of integrity and ensure that our operations and supply chains are free from modern slavery and human trafficking. This statement outlines our approach, policies, and ongoing actions to identify, prevent, and address risks of modern slavery in all aspects of our business.
Florist Gipsy Hill adopts a strict zero tolerance policy towards all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking. We are steadfast in our commitment to act ethically in all our relationships and to implement robust procedures to prevent any exploitation within our organisation or those of our suppliers and partners. We explicitly prohibit any business practices or behaviours that enable, support, or ignore slavery in any form.
Recognising that risks of modern slavery often lie deep within complex supply chains, we undertake comprehensive due diligence when selecting and monitoring suppliers. We require our suppliers to share our commitment to eradicating modern slavery and to comply with all applicable laws and ethical standards. Our process includes:
To ensure that our zero tolerance commitment is understood and upheld at every level, we provide staff with regular training on the risks, indicators, and response strategies related to modern slavery. Training is tailored to the roles of our employees and includes guidance on ethical sourcing, recognising warning signs, and reporting suspicions. We strive to cultivate a culture where every team member is vigilant, informed, and empowered to act if they have concerns.
Florist Gipsy Hill encourages openness and transparency. We have established clear internal channels for staff and external stakeholders to report any concerns or suspicions regarding modern slavery securely and confidentially. Every report is taken seriously and thoroughly investigated in accordance with our procedures. Individuals raising a genuine concern are supported, and we do not tolerate any form of retaliation against whistleblowers.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed on an annual basis, ensuring its continued relevance, accuracy, and alignment with best practice and statutory requirements. We use each review cycle to evaluate the effectiveness of our policies, training, and due diligence measures, making improvements wherever necessary. This process enables us to respond to emerging risks and strengthen our response year on year.
Maintaining the trust of Gipsy Hill households and local businesses is of the utmost importance to us. By committing to prevent modern slavery and promote ethical practices, Florist Gipsy Hill reinforces its pledge to serve our community responsibly and honourably. We take pride in being part of a community that values human rights and dignity, and we will continue to lead by example in all that we do.
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