Modern Slavery Statement – Flowers Erith

Our Commitment to Tackling Modern Slavery

At Flowers Erith, we are dedicated to upholding the highest ethical standards across all aspects of our business. Modern slavery, including slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking, has no place within our operations or supply chains. As a trusted florist in Erith serving both households and local businesses, we recognise our responsibility to act with integrity and vigilance in preventing all forms of modern slavery and human exploitation.

Zero Tolerance Policy

Flowers Erith maintains a strict zero tolerance approach to modern slavery. Our commitment permeates every level of our business, extending from our own operations to every provider, contractor, and partner we work with. This policy is communicated clearly to our team and makes up a fundamental part of our supplier and recruitment contracts.

Supplier Due Diligence

We pride ourselves on working with reputable suppliers who share our ethical vision. Before forming any supplier partnerships, Flowers Erith performs rigorous checks to ensure that our providers operate fair and transparent practices. Our ongoing monitoring includes regular reviews of supplier policies and procedures, as well as the right to request further information or conduct audits if concerns arise. New and existing suppliers are required to confirm adherence to anti-slavery and anti-trafficking principles as a condition of doing business with Flowers Erith.

Staff Training and Awareness

Our team members at Flowers Erith are at the core of our safeguarding process. All staff receive training to increase their awareness of modern slavery risks and to understand how to identify potential signs of exploitation in the workplace and the supply chain. This training empowers our employees to act as responsible ambassadors for our values, equipping them with knowledge on how to respond to suspected incidents securely and appropriately.

Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing

We foster an open culture where staff, suppliers, and other stakeholders feel confident to speak up if they suspect unethical practices. Clear internal reporting mechanisms are in place to ensure anyone who raises concerns is taken seriously, and that all reports are addressed promptly, sensitively, and without fear of retaliation. Allegations of modern slavery are investigated thoroughly in line with our established procedures, in conjunction with appropriate authorities if required.

Annual Policy Review

Flowers Erith is committed to continuous improvement in our fight against modern slavery. Each year, we review and update our Modern Slavery Statement and related procedures to reflect changes in legislation, best practice, and evolving business obligations. Our management regularly assesses the effectiveness of our measures and welcomes external feedback to help shape our ongoing response.

Reflecting Our Local Responsibility

We understand that as a florist rooted in Erith’s community, our customers depend on us to act socially and ethically. This Modern Slavery Statement is not just a compliance requirement, but a reflection of our broader commitment to the wellbeing of our staff, our suppliers, and the households and businesses we serve. We remain resolute in our stance and will continue to uphold these principles throughout every aspect of our operations.