Sustainability and ESG Policy Statement
Ashley Cleaning Services Limited is dedicated to operating responsibly and sustainably, with a strong focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. This policy outlines our commitment to minimizing environmental impact, promoting social equity, and ensuring robust governance in all aspects of our business. By embedding these values into our strategy and operations, we aim to create lasting value for our stakeholders and contribute positively to the communities and environment we serve.
At Ashley Cleaning Services Limited, we are committed to fostering a sustainable and responsible business guided by Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. These principles are central to our mission and strategy, influencing every decision and operation to deliver positive impacts for society, the environment, and our stakeholders.
1. Environmental Responsibility
We strive to reduce our environmental footprint in line with UK climate targets, including net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Our approach includes:
Optimising resource efficiency through reduced energy, water, and material consumption.
Promoting waste minimisation, recycling, and the safe disposal of waste, including hazardous materials, in compliance with all relevant environmental laws.
Implementing initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants, while actively tracking and reporting our carbon footprint.
2. Social Responsibility
We uphold the highest standards of social responsibility by:
Ensuring compliance with UK labour laws and employment standards, including the Employment Rights Act 1996, Equality Act 2010, and Modern Slavery Act 2015.
Respecting human rights throughout our operations and supply chain, prohibiting forced labour, child labour, discrimination, and harassment.
Promoting employee well-being, diversity, equity, and inclusion in accordance with modern UK workplace best practices.
Engaging with and supporting the communities we serve through meaningful charitable initiatives, partnerships, and volunteer opportunities.
3. Governance and Ethical Conduct
We maintain robust governance practices to ensure accountability and integrity by:
Complying with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
Ensuring transparent communication with our stakeholders, including regular ESG performance reporting accessible via our website.
Upholding ethical business conduct and integrity in all dealings.
Embedding ESG oversight at senior management and board levels to drive strategy and accountability.
4. Continuous Improvement
We are dedicated to continuous enhancement of our ESG performance by:
Setting measurable, ambitious sustainability goals aligned with evolving best practice and regulatory requirements.
Regularly monitoring, reviewing, and publicly reporting progress toward these objectives.
Actively engaging stakeholders to inform and improve our sustainability initiatives.
5. Supplier and Partner Engagement
We expect our suppliers and business partners to share our commitment to sustainability and ESG principles. We collaborate closely to ensure their practices align with our values and contribute to shared sustainability goals, supported by our Supplier Code of Conduct.
This Sustainability and ESG Policy Statement is publicly available and communicated to all employees, suppliers, clients, and stakeholders. By integrating ESG considerations into our business strategy, we aim to create long-term value and meaningful positive impact for our company and society.
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