Swiss Cottage Flowers is wholly committed to the abolition of modern slavery, human trafficking, forced or compulsory labour, and all forms of exploitation within our own operations and those of our suppliers. As a trusted florist serving households and businesses within the Swiss Cottage area, we take our responsibility to uphold ethical conduct seriously. We have implemented a firm zero tolerance policy towards modern slavery and expect the same robust stance from all parties with whom we engage.
We recognise that supply chains pose the greatest risk in the fight against modern slavery. To address this, Swiss Cottage Flowers rigorously assesses new and existing suppliers for their compliance with ethical labour practices. Suppliers are required to affirm their adherence to the Modern Slavery Act and demonstrate clear systems for ensuring safe and fair working conditions throughout their production and supply processes. Our procurement team conducts regular reviews of supplier contracts and evaluates documented evidence of compliance, escalating concerns as necessary. Where possible, we seek to build long-term relationships with suppliers that share our values and provide transparency into their labour policies and practices.
Ensuring that our team members are informed and vigilant forms a crucial part of our policy. All staff – from shop floor to management – receive tailored training on identifying, reporting, and preventing modern slavery within our business and supply chains. Training covers the key indicators of modern slavery, responsibilities under relevant laws, and best practice in both spotting and addressing potential issues. We foster an environment where employees are encouraged to discuss any concerns and are equipped with the skills to escalate potential risks promptly and responsibly.
Swiss Cottage Flowers is committed to maintaining clear and accessible channels for raising any suspicions or evidence relating to modern slavery. Our staff, suppliers, and third parties are able to report concerns in confidence via established internal procedures. These concerns are treated with utmost seriousness, investigated thoroughly, and actioned in line with our disciplinary and safeguarding protocols. We guarantee that no individual will suffer detriment for speaking up about suspected malpractice or abuse.
We conduct an annual review of our modern slavery policy and practices to ensure their continuous effectiveness and relevance. This includes the assessment of any incidents, the effectiveness of staff training, supplier compliance, and the operation of our reporting channels. Where improvements are identified, remedial steps are promptly implemented. The outcome of each review informs updates to our policy and is shared with all staff and, where appropriate, our external stakeholders.
As a proud member of the Swiss Cottage business community, we understand our obligation to operate with integrity, transparency, and respect for human rights. This modern slavery statement reflects our ongoing commitment to protecting those vulnerable to exploitation, both locally and across our wider supply chains. We genuinely believe that by upholding these standards, we honour the trust that local households and businesses place in Swiss Cottage Flowers each day.
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