Modern Slavery Statement: Bloomsbury Florist’s Ethical Standards

Introduction

As a respected and trusted florist serving the heart of Bloomsbury's households and businesses, we are committed to acting with integrity and transparency in all our business relationships. This Modern Slavery Statement outlines the policies and measures Bloomsbury Florist has in place to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking within our business operations and supply chain. This declaration reflects our sense of responsibility to our local community and to those who help bring the beautiful, fresh flowers we provide each day.

Zero Tolerance Policy

Bloomsbury Florist maintains a zero tolerance policy towards modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking in any part of our business or supply chain. We are dedicated to upholding human rights and ensuring every individual connected to our enterprise is treated with dignity and respect. Any breach of this policy is considered a serious offence and will result in appropriate disciplinary or remedial action.

Supplier Due Diligence

Our commitment goes beyond internal operations. We carefully select and regularly review our suppliers to ensure compliance with our ethical standards. Bloomsbury Florist conducts due diligence for all suppliers, requiring them to confirm that their businesses, and those of their partners, operate according to fair labour practices and are free from the risk of modern slavery or exploitation. Where required, we ask for documented evidence from suppliers regarding their own modern slavery policies and risk assessments. Suppliers found to be non-compliant may be removed from our supply chain.

Staff Training

We believe empowering our staff with the right knowledge is critical to combatting modern slavery. All Bloomsbury Florist employees undergo training to understand what constitutes modern slavery and human trafficking, how to recognise the signs, and the correct steps to take should concerns arise. This ensures that our workforce remains vigilant and engaged in maintaining ethical standards throughout all business activities.

Reporting Channels

We encourage a culture of openness, where employees, suppliers, and customers feel comfortable raising any concerns related to human rights violations or unethical conduct. Bloomsbury Florist has set up confidential and accessible channels for reporting suspicions or incidents of modern slavery and related abuses. All reported concerns are investigated thoroughly and sensitively, with appropriate actions taken to resolve issues quickly and effectively.

Annual Review and Continuous Improvement

Recognising the need for ongoing vigilance, we commit to reviewing our Modern Slavery Statement and associated practices annually. This review assesses the effectiveness of our policies, identifies areas for improvement, and ensures our approach remains robust and responsive to evolving risks. Feedback from staff, suppliers, and stakeholders is actively sought as part of this process.

Our Responsibility as a Leading Bloomsbury Florist

Bloomsbury Florist’s reputation as a trusted supplier to local households and businesses stems from our dedication to ethical practices. We understand that with this trust comes responsibility—not only to deliver the highest quality flowers, but also to uphold the highest standards of integrity and social responsibility in every aspect of our operations. Through our unwavering stance against modern slavery and our commitment to ethical supply chains, we will continue to set an example within the local and wider community.