Modern Slavery Statement – Acton Florist

Our Commitment to Preventing Modern Slavery

Acton Florist is dedicated to conducting business responsibly and ethically. As a trusted Acton florist serving local households and businesses, we recognise our responsibility to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and throughout our supply chain. We uphold a zero tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery and ensure that ethical standards guide all aspects of our business.

Zero Tolerance Policy

We operate with a strict zero tolerance approach to modern slavery. This commitment is embedded in our company values and our code of conduct. We will not knowingly support or deal with any business involved in slavery or human trafficking. Our leadership team is dedicated to maintaining a workplace and a supply chain free from exploitation, coercion, or abuse of any kind.

Supplier Due Diligence

Acton Florist values the integrity and responsibility of our suppliers. As part of our due diligence processes, we conduct reviews of all current and potential suppliers to ensure they operate ethically and treat workers fairly. Our supplier assessments include questionnaires addressing labour practices, and we require confirmation that suppliers comply with the Modern Slavery Act and share our commitment to eradicating forced or bonded labour. We are prepared to terminate partnerships with any supplier found to be in breach of our standards.

Staff Training and Awareness

Our staff are central to the fight against modern slavery. We provide training and resources to help team members recognise the signs of potential exploitation, understand the risks, and be aware of their responsibilities. Ongoing training is reviewed annually to ensure relevance and effectiveness. We foster an open culture where employees are encouraged to raise concerns or questions about unethical practices they may notice, either within our operations or across our supply chains.

Reporting Channels

Acton Florist has established clear and confidential channels for reporting suspicions or evidence of modern slavery or unethical conduct. All employees and stakeholders are encouraged to share concerns without fear of retaliation. The management team is responsible for investigating reports swiftly and thoroughly, taking appropriate actions if any issues are identified. We review our reporting mechanisms to ensure they remain accessible and effective for all concerned parties.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This Modern Slavery Statement is subject to an annual review. Each year, we evaluate our policies, supplier relationships, training programmes, and reporting mechanisms to identify areas for improvement. We remain committed to enhancing our understanding of the risks associated with modern slavery and putting in place robust practices to minimise them further.

Our Responsibility to Acton

Serving Acton households and businesses is an honour that comes with responsibility. Our actions reflect the trust placed in us by our community. We pledge to uphold the highest ethical standards within our company and our supply chain, helping promote fairness, dignity, and respect for every individual who contributes to what we do.