Kensington Florist is firmly committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in every part of our business and throughout our supply chain. As a trusted supplier of floral arrangements to households and businesses across Kensington, we recognise our responsibility to uphold the highest ethical standards and contribute to the eradication of all forms of exploitation. This statement outlines the steps we have taken, and continue to take, to ensure modern slavery does not occur within our operations or those of our suppliers.
We operate a strict zero tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery, forced labour, or human trafficking. Regardless of location or circumstances, Kensington Florist will not support or engage in any practice that compromises the rights, freedoms, or dignity of individuals. This applies to our direct workforce as well as all third-party contractors and suppliers with whom we conduct business.
Our business relies on close relationships with a range of suppliers who provide us with flowers, packaging, and ancillary products. To ensure the integrity of our supply chain, we conduct thorough due diligence when selecting new suppliers. This process includes reviewing suppliers’ own ethical standards, modern slavery statements, and employment practices. We require all suppliers to confirm adherence to anti-slavery laws and our code of conduct as part of our ongoing partnerships. Random checks and periodic reviews are carried out to ensure continued compliance.
We believe that vigilance and education are essential in the fight against modern slavery. All our staff, from florists to administrative personnel, undergo training designed to raise awareness about recognizing signs of exploitation and understanding their responsibilities in reporting concerns. This training is updated annually to reflect changes in legislation and best practice. Through ongoing education, we empower our team to maintain our zero tolerance culture and actively contribute to eradicating modern slavery.
Kensington Florist has established clear internal reporting channels for employees and suppliers to raise any concerns about potential instances of modern slavery. Any concerns reported are treated with the utmost seriousness, confidentiality, and without fear of reprisal. All reports are investigated promptly and, where necessary, appropriate action is taken, which may include cessation of business with suppliers found to be in breach of our standards.
This statement and our supporting policies are formally reviewed each year to ensure ongoing compliance with relevant legislation and the effectiveness of our internal controls. We are committed to continuous improvement and proactively seek feedback from staff, suppliers, and customers to enhance our practices further. Any new information or risks identified will be addressed immediately, and our procedures will be updated accordingly to reflect evolving best practice.
As a local business serving the Kensington community, we take our responsibility seriously both to our immediate customers and the broader society. Our approach reflects our values of respect, integrity, and trustworthiness. We believe that every household and business we serve deserves the assurance that we operate ethically and contribute positively to eradicating all forms of modern slavery.
This Modern Slavery Statement has been approved by the Management Team of Kensington Florist and will be reviewed, updated and published annually.
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