Modern Slavery Statement for Flower Delivery Chinatown
Introduction
As a trusted florist serving the Chinatown community, Flower Delivery Chinatown is dedicated to upholding the highest ethical standards in every part of our operations. We recognise the devastating impact of modern slavery and human trafficking and are fully committed to acting with integrity and transparency to eradicate such practices from our business and supply chain. Our Modern Slavery Statement outlines the measures we take to prevent and address any risk of modern slavery as part of our ongoing responsibility to our staff, suppliers, customers, and to those in our community.
Zero Tolerance Policy
Flower Delivery Chinatown maintains a strict zero tolerance policy towards modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking. Regardless of where we operate or source from, we will not tolerate any form of exploitation. All staff, contractors, and suppliers are expected to share our unwavering commitment to fair treatment, respect, and compliance with all applicable anti-slavery and human trafficking laws.
Supplier Due Diligence
We take diligent measures to ensure that our suppliers, both local and international, are operating ethically and lawfully. All suppliers are subject to a rigorous review and approval process, during which we assess their working practices and labour standards. We require suppliers to confirm that neither they, nor their own suppliers, engage in any practices that could constitute modern slavery. Regular review procedures are in place to monitor compliance, and any suspected breach will lead to immediate investigation and, if substantiated, termination of the business relationship.
Staff Training
It is essential that every member of our team possesses a clear understanding of what constitutes modern slavery and how it may manifest within the flower trade and wider business activities. We provide ongoing training and resources to our employees, empowering them to identify risk factors, challenge unacceptable behaviour, and recognise their role in upholding our zero tolerance position. Training is updated regularly to reflect best practice and any statutory changes.
Reporting Channels
We encourage all staff, suppliers, and customers to speak up without fear of retaliation if they suspect any form of modern slavery or unethical conduct linked to Flower Delivery Chinatown. We have established confidential internal reporting channels for concerns to be raised and investigated swiftly. Our management team is committed to handling all reports with the utmost seriousness, maintaining confidentiality as appropriate, and acting decisively where malpractice is found.
Annual Review
Our commitment to fighting modern slavery is not static. We conduct a comprehensive review of our policies, supplier practices, and staff training at least once per year to ensure continual improvement and responsiveness to emerging risks. Feedback is sought from all stakeholders to identify gaps and strengthen our procedures further.
Our Local Responsibility
As a florist deeply rooted in the Chinatown community, serving households and businesses throughout the area, we recognise our responsibility to support and protect the wellbeing of all people connected to our services. Upholding ethical practices not only reflects our core values but also fosters trust and reliability within our neighbourhood.
Conclusion
Flower Delivery Chinatown stands firmly against modern slavery. By maintaining strong policies, conducting vigilant supplier due diligence, providing staff training, and encouraging open reporting, we strive to ensure that our operations reflect integrity, fairness, and respect for human rights every day. We remain committed to protecting the dignity and safety of all individuals in our supply chain and community.
