Modern Slavery Statement for Flowers Lea Bridge

Our Commitment to Combating Modern Slavery

At Flowers Lea Bridge, we acknowledge the critical importance of identifying and preventing all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking within our business operations and supply chains. As a trusted Lea Bridge florist serving local households and businesses, we are steadfast in upholding the highest ethical standards. This statement outlines our ongoing approach to safeguarding against modern slavery and underscores our responsibility to our customers and community.

Zero Tolerance Policy

Flowers Lea Bridge maintains a zero tolerance policy towards modern slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking. Our ethos insists that all individuals deserve to work in humane, fair, and respectful conditions. We expect the same unwavering commitment from every supplier, contractor, and business partner with whom we collaborate, ensuring our values resonate throughout our operations.

Supplier Due Diligence

We recognise that the risk of modern slavery can exist at any stage of the supply chain. Therefore, we conduct rigorous due diligence on all potential and existing suppliers, especially those involved in sourcing and delivering flowers, foliage, packaging, and related goods. Our vetting process includes requests for ethical sourcing statements and considering suppliers' own commitments to anti-slavery practices.

We remain vigilant in monitoring our supply chain and will take immediate steps to cease partnerships with any supplier found to be in breach of our anti-slavery standards. Our commitment is not merely a box-ticking exercise but a fundamental part of how we choose our business partners.

Ongoing Staff Training

We believe staff awareness is essential in combating modern slavery. Flowers Lea Bridge provides training for all team members to help them recognise and report any signs of forced labour or exploitative practices, both within our operations and in the wider supply chain. Our training is kept up to date to reflect changes in laws and emerging risks, strengthening our collective vigilance.

Open Reporting Channels

Creating an environment in which concerns about modern slavery can be reported safely is central to our approach. We encourage all our staff, suppliers, contractors, and customers to raise concerns through established internal procedures and reporting channels. All reports are taken seriously, treated confidentially, and investigated promptly. By fostering this culture of openness, we further fortify our zero tolerance position.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

This modern slavery statement is reviewed annually to ensure its effectiveness and relevance. We remain proactive in evaluating our policies and procedures in line with best practice, legal requirements, and feedback from staff or stakeholders. Through continual improvement, Flowers Lea Bridge seeks to strengthen its approach to combating modern slavery and making meaningful progress each year.

Our Responsibility as a Trusted Local Florist

As a valued member of the Lea Bridge community, Flowers Lea Bridge recognises the duty we have to act with integrity and lead by example. This statement is a testament to our ongoing responsibility to our customers, our staff, and the broader community. We remain committed to maintaining the trust placed in us and to upholding our reputation as a local florist dedicated to ethical and responsible business practices.