At Flowers Cobham, we recognise our responsibility to uphold the highest ethical standards in all areas of our business. As a trusted Cobham florist, serving local households and businesses, we are committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking within our own operations and throughout our supply chains. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines the steps we take to mitigate the risk of modern slavery and reflects our firm stance against all forms of exploitation.
Flowers Cobham maintains a strict zero tolerance policy for modern slavery, forced labour, servitude, and human trafficking. We expect all our employees, suppliers, and contractors to share our unwavering commitment to fair treatment, human rights, and the highest standards of ethical conduct. Any indication of slavery or unethical labor practices is addressed immediately and thoroughly.
We understand that ethical sourcing is central to combating modern slavery. As part of our due diligence process, we assess all suppliers to ensure they meet our ethical standards. This process involves reviewing supplier policies, conducting risk assessments, and evaluating their compliance with applicable labour laws and international human rights guidelines. Contracts with suppliers require them to confirm that they do not engage in, or condone, slavery or human trafficking. Should a supplier be found in breach of these requirements, we take corrective action, which may include the termination of the business relationship.
The active engagement of our team is essential in eradicating modern slavery. All employees receive training to recognise the signs of modern slavery and human trafficking and understand what action to take should they suspect or identify potential risks. Our training includes guidance on our zero tolerance policy, an overview of the issues surrounding modern slavery in the floral industry and related sectors, and the procedures for escalating concerns. We continually review and update our training to reflect best practices and changes to relevant legislation.
Flowers Cobham provides clear channels for staff, suppliers, or anyone connected to our operations to raise concerns about modern slavery. We encourage a culture of openness and will support anyone who voices concerns, whether through our internal reporting systems or confidential third-party mechanisms. All reports are taken seriously, investigated promptly, and any necessary actions are implemented to address and remediate the issue.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed annually to ensure its effectiveness and relevance. We assess the impact of our policies and procedures each year, incorporating feedback from staff, suppliers, and stakeholders. We are committed to continual improvement, adapting our approach in line with emerging risks and best practice guidance. The annual review ensures we remain vigilant and responsive in addressing modern slavery risks.
We believe that our role as a leading florist in Cobham comes with the obligation to set an example for ethical business conduct. Our commitment to combatting modern slavery underscores our dedication to the well-being of our local community, our customers, and everyone involved in our supply chain. Flowers Cobham will continue to take proactive steps to ensure that modern slavery has no place in our business or our industry.
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