Florist Manor House Modern Slavery Statement 2024
Our Approach to Preventing Modern Slavery
Florist Manor House is committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical behavior and integrity in all areas of our business. As a trusted Manor House florist serving local households and businesses, we recognize our responsibility to help prevent modern slavery and human trafficking. This statement demonstrates the measures and commitments we have in place to ensure that slavery and human trafficking have no place within our operations or supply chain.
Zero Tolerance Policy
We operate a strict zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery in any form, either within our direct business activities or among those with whom we conduct business. Florist Manor House expects all staff, suppliers, and partners to share our commitment to fair and ethical treatment of all individuals at every stage of our supply chain. Any identified breach of this policy will prompt immediate action, which may include terminating contracts and notifying the relevant authorities.
Supplier Due Diligence and Ethical Sourcing
Recognizing that our greatest exposure to modern slavery risks may arise in our supply chains, we are diligent in vetting all suppliers. We conduct regular assessments to ensure that suppliers adhere to our ethical standards and have robust measures to identify and prevent modern slavery. Our supplier selection policy includes:
- Requesting information on suppliers' own modern slavery policies and practices.
- Assessing suppliers for compliance with legal and ethical labor standards.
- Conducting reviews and audits, where considered appropriate, of suppliers deemed to be at higher risk.
We seek long-term partnerships with suppliers who demonstrate transparency and a proactive approach to preventing exploitation in their own businesses and supply networks.
Staff Training and Awareness
Our employees are key to spotting and addressing risks of modern slavery and human trafficking. We provide regular training programmes for all staff, ensuring they fully understand:
- What constitutes modern slavery and human trafficking.
- How to identify potential signs of abuse or exploitation.
- The procedures for raising concerns securely and confidentially.
We continue to engage our team with up-to-date information and best practices, reinforcing our organisational culture of vigilance and responsibility.
Reporting Channels and Whistleblowing
Florist Manor House is committed to creating a safe environment where staff, suppliers, and other stakeholders feel empowered to voice concerns about potential modern slavery or unethical labor practices. We offer secure and confidential reporting channels and encourage prompt reporting of any suspected breaches of our policy. All reports are investigated thoroughly and in line with our grievance procedures. We guarantee that individuals raising genuine concerns will not suffer any retaliation.
Annual Review and Continuous Improvement
We conduct a formal review of this Modern Slavery Statement and our corresponding procedures each year. This annual review allows us to assess the effectiveness of our anti-slavery measures, stay compliant with law and evolving best practice, and make any necessary improvements. We are committed to ongoing refinement of our processes in this important area.
Our Responsibility as a Trusted Local Florist
As a Manor House business serving households and commercial clients alike, we understand that our reputation is built on trust. We see our responsibility to prevent modern slavery as integral to maintaining the confidence and respect of our customers, our people, and the wider community. Through continued vigilance and a proactive approach, Florist Manor House is determined to play our part in creating a fairer, safer society for all.
