Our vision is underpinned by a commitment to sustainability, economic and cultural well-being and environmental improvement.

We recognise that our activities have environmental and social impacts. It is our aim to minimise our negative impacts and to have a positive impact wherever we can.

To achieve this aim we will endeavour to:

• Continually improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions
• Protect the environment by preventing pollution and by minimising the use of natural resources and the production of waste.
• Promote the use of sustainable modes of transport.
• Continually improve sustainable purchasing practices.
• Promote sustainability awareness and practice amongst all staff.
• Comply fully with all relevant environmental legislation, regulations and agreements.
• Engage with the wider community to share environmental best practice and to demonstrate environmental responsibility.
• Carry out our business practices in a way that is sensitive to our neighbours and interested parties.

Date of last approval: December 2020
Approved by: John Flowerdew / Sue Lester – Directors