Friern Barnet Florist is dedicated to conducting its business with integrity, transparency, and respect for the rights of individuals. As a trusted florist serving the households and businesses of Friern Barnet, we recognise our responsibility to address all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and wider supply chain. We are committed to upholding the highest ethical standards and to ensuring that modern slavery has no place within our organisation.
We maintain a strict zero tolerance policy towards modern slavery, forced labour, human trafficking, and exploitation of any form. This policy applies to all Friern Barnet Florist employees, agency staff, contractors, and all third-party suppliers. Any instance or suspicion of modern slavery is treated with the utmost seriousness and will result in immediate action, including reporting to the relevant authorities where appropriate.
As a business that relies on a broad network of suppliers for flowers, materials, packaging, and related services, Friern Barnet Florist recognises the importance of supplier diligence. We expect all our suppliers to share our values by adhering to laws and international standards regarding the fair and ethical treatment of workers.
To assess and mitigate risks, we conduct due diligence on all new suppliers, reviewing their policies on ethical trading and modern slavery. Where necessary, we seek additional assurances through questionnaires and, if appropriate, site visits or requests for supporting documentation. We include clauses in supplier contracts obliging them to meet our standards and to notify us immediately of any non-compliance related to modern slavery.
The success of our efforts depends on the vigilance and awareness of our team. All Friern Barnet Florist staff receive training to help them identify potential signs of modern slavery and understand their responsibilities in reporting concerns. This includes coverage during staff inductions and regular refresher sessions to maintain a high level of awareness across our workforce. We encourage open dialogue and ensure that all colleagues feel empowered to raise concerns in a supportive environment.
We are committed to providing clear, confidential channels for reporting suspicions or incidents related to modern slavery. Staff, suppliers, and members of the public may raise concerns anonymously if they wish. Reports are treated in strictest confidence and investigated thoroughly by senior management. Where appropriate, Friern Barnet Florist will cooperate fully with law enforcement or other relevant authorities to ensure the protection of victims and prosecution of perpetrators.
To ensure the ongoing effectiveness of our approach, Friern Barnet Florist will review this Modern Slavery Statement annually. This review will consider changes in industry regulations, feedback from staff and suppliers, and any issues that have arisen during the year. Necessary improvements and updates to our policy will be implemented without delay, reinforcing our commitment to continuous improvement in this vital area.
As part of the Friern Barnet community, we take our obligations seriously. Our strong ethical stance against modern slavery reflects our role as a trusted local florist, relied upon by households and businesses across the area. We remain steadfast in upholding these standards, working proactively to foster a fair, respectful, and safe environment for everyone connected to Friern Barnet Florist.
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