Barking Flowers is dedicated to conducting business responsibly and ethically. As a trusted florist serving the Barking community, including local households and businesses, we recognise our responsibility to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking across all aspects of our operations. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines the steps we take to uphold these standards and provides transparency for our customers, suppliers, and community stakeholders. This statement is reviewed and updated annually to ensure ongoing compliance and effectiveness.
We operate a zero tolerance policy towards modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking in all forms. We expect the same high standards from all our employees, partners, suppliers, and sub-contractors. Any incidence or suspicion of modern slavery within our operations or supply chain is treated with utmost seriousness and will result in immediate investigation, with steps taken to remedy any situation that falls short of our standards.
Our relationships with suppliers are built on trust, transparency, and shared ethical values. We require all suppliers to confirm their compliance with national and international laws pertaining to employment and human rights. As part of our due diligence process, suppliers are asked to provide evidence of their own anti-slavery policies and declaration of anti-trafficking measures. We periodically review our supply chain to identify any potential risks relating to modern slavery, prioritising high-risk product categories and geographical locations.
All Barking Flowers staff members receive training on modern slavery, including how to recognise the signs of exploitation, and the steps to take if they suspect any instance of forced labour or trafficking in our workplace or supply chain. We foster a workplace culture of openness and vigilance, empowering staff to speak up about any concerns. Training is regularly updated to reflect changes in legislation and best practice, ensuring our team remains alert and prepared to act.
We encourage all employees, suppliers, and customers to report concerns related to modern slavery without fear of retaliation. Any suspected breaches will be handled confidentially and investigated thoroughly. We offer multiple safe channels for raising concerns internally, and ensure every report is acknowledged and acted upon in a timely manner.
We are committed to continuous improvement in our approach to preventing modern slavery. This statement and all associated procedures are subject to annual review by Barking Flowers’ management to assess effectiveness, reflect new legislation, and incorporate feedback from staff and stakeholders. Our review process is designed to ensure we remain vigilant and proactive in protecting vulnerable people throughout our supply chains.
As a longstanding Barking florist, we recognise that ethical conduct and social responsibility are foundational to the trust our clients place in us. Our efforts to combat modern slavery demonstrate our commitment to supporting a safe, fair, and ethical community for all. We are proud to serve Barking’s households and businesses with integrity, and pledge to continue refining our practices as part of our broader corporate responsibility.
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