At Vauxhall Florist, we are fundamentally committed to tackling modern slavery and human trafficking in all its forms. We recognise our duty, as a trusted florist serving the Vauxhall community, to operate ethically and ensure our business and supply chains are free from exploitation. This commitment is integral to our responsibility to our customers—households and local businesses alike—who depend on us for quality, trust, and social integrity.
Vauxhall Florist enforces a strict zero tolerance policy towards any form of modern slavery, servitude, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking. Our approach is embedded in all aspects of our operations, whether in procurement, recruitment, or day-to-day management. We will not knowingly work with any organisation, supplier, or individual involved in these practices, and we expect our partners to share these standards.
As a business reliant on national and international supply chains for flowers, materials, and sundries, we proactively assess and monitor our suppliers to ensure adherence to ethical labour practices. Before engaging with new suppliers, we conduct robust due diligence, which may include: risk assessment, requesting compliance statements or audit reports, and clarifying their own modern slavery policies. For existing suppliers, we require periodic confirmation of their compliance, and we reserve the right to terminate relationships where any evidence of modern slavery is uncovered or not promptly addressed.
We believe an informed team is key to preventing modern slavery. All Vauxhall Florist staff receive training on identifying the signs of modern slavery, understanding its impact, and acting according to our policies. Training is included in the induction process for new employees, with regular updates for all staff to reinforce vigilance and understanding. We encourage staff to be alert to potential risks—both in our own operations and those of our suppliers—and empower them to report any concerns.
Vauxhall Florist fosters an open culture where staff, partners, and other stakeholders may raise concerns safely and confidentially. We have internal channels through which suspicions or evidence of modern slavery can be reported without fear of reprisal. All reports are reviewed impartially and investigated promptly. Appropriate actions are taken in cases where breaches are identified, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.
This Modern Slavery Statement is reviewed periodically and at least once each year to reflect any changes in legislation, best practice, or our business operations. We monitor the effectiveness of our anti-slavery measures by reviewing supplier performance, staff awareness, and incident reports. Through this annual review, we strengthen our commitment and improve our processes to ensure we lead by example in tackling modern slavery within our industry and wider community.
As a longstanding florist in Vauxhall, our reputation is built on trust—both with households and local businesses who rely on us. Our approach to modern slavery reflects this responsibility: we are dedicated to trading ethically, supporting human rights, and contributing positively to the community we serve. This statement affirms our unwavering commitment to a future free from modern slavery and exploitation.
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