Approach

Our global commitment to a sustainable future for all is enshrined in our Planet Promise. It encompasses our values as an ethical, sustainable and inclusive business, together with our ambition to make a positive impact for the planet.

Our approach is continually evaluated against the highest international principles. To maximise the positive change we can achieve for both people and the planet, we have aligned our sustainability strategy with the nine UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) where we can have the greatest impact and the ten principles of the UN Global Compact.

Upholding the many policies and protocols relating to our Sustainability Strategy rests on a culture of ethical conduct and integrity, which is instilled through our Ethics and Integrity team and our Speak Up confidential reporting programme.

Sustainability Governance

The Corporate Responsibility (CR) Committee oversees  the development and implementation of policies and strategies such as our climate net zero commitment, to ensure progress is being made towards our KPIs and GHG emissions targets.

The CR Committee receives reports at every meeting from the Group Chief Commercial Officer, the Global Director of Sustainability and other senior managers to ensure that progress is being made. Our governance practices also support us in upholding the high standards of ethics and integrity that have earned us our position as a global leader and trusted partner.

The CR Committee meets at least three times a year and comprises all the non-executive directors of the Board, together with the Chair of the Board, Group Chief Executive Officer and Group Chief Financial Officer.  Find out more about our sustainability governance in our latest Annual Report.