We operate our business to achieve the maximum possible "social value".  This means trying to achieve the maximum social, economic and environmental well-being in everything we do, and avoiding causing harm.  We do this by:

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• Procuring local goods and services where possible and practicable

• Using public transport as standard, and only using our own vehicles when public transport would take far too long

• Choosing goods based on sustainability, such as recycled paper and plastic-free packaging

• Recycling paper, card, glass, plastic, ink cartridges, batteries and other items

• Use non-toxic cleaning products

• Using technology to prevent unnecessary travel, such as video conferencing

• Using energy efficient devices and bulbs, and ensuring that unused items are switched off

• Paying all associates and casual staff more than the living wage

• Procuring goods which are themselves socially responsible, such as UTZ certified coffee