Leisure Lakes Bikes, a leading UK bike retailer, has analysed over 2,000 UK train stations to identify the 20 stations with the highest number of cycle storage spaces. With a whopping 2,850 bicycle storage spaces, Cambridge train station offers cyclists more spaces to store and park their bikes than any other train station in the UK. In fact, almost 20% (18.5%) of spaces across the top 20 can be found at this train station alone, making it really standout as the most cyclist friendly and one that supports people to make journeys on their bikes.
As an employer of others, the ultimate responsibility on their effective performance rests on the shoulders of the boss. The role is lauded for its prestige, power, and often lucrative rewards. Yet, with great power comes greater responsibility - a responsibility that too many leaders shirk when faced with the harsh realities of business downturns.
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Up until recently, companies had their own rubric and could grade their own papers when it came to ESG. That’s changing rapidly, and we’re seeing more companies seek assurance to enhance the degree of confidence in their reported information.
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Another COP has come to a close, and in a year of geopolitical turmoil and the world experiencing record breaking temperatures, bringing nation states together at COP28 was deemed of vital importance. There had been much scepticism about this year’s conference, most notably because of the host nation being an oil producing state. The choice of COP28’s president was also an unusual one, Sultan al-Jaber being the Chief Executive of the state-owned Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), which allegedly has the biggest net-zero busting expansion plan in the world. However, some argued that being an oil company Chief Executive…
Historically, investors considered companies’ ESG credentials when deciding whether or not to invest in the business. However, a company’s ESG profile has become of interest outside the investment community over recent years. The workforce, regulators and customers of companies now tend to scrutinise their ESG standing as a way of measuring the business’s culture and commitment to ethical and sustainable values. A company’s ESG performance can therefore have a significant affect on its reputation, productivity and ability to attract and retain talent. What are the main ESG matters for employers and HR? Employment lawyers and HR professionals are most likely…
The rise of electric vehicles has been hailed as a significant step towards a greener and more sustainable future. Proponents argue that EVs can reduce the carbon footprint of transportation, mitigate air pollution, and combat climate change. However, these claims are not without their challenges and controversies.
In today's business landscape, sustainability and responsible practices are no longer mere buzzwords. Customers, investors, and even employees expect businesses to prioritize Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors. Embracing ESG initiatives not only helps the planet and society but also brings several benefits to your small business. If you’ve not thought about it yet, here are twelve of the most impactful ESG actions that you can take to enhance your business while making a positive impact, writes Clive Scrivener, Founder & Partner at Wimbledon based Chartered Surveyors Scrivener Tibbatts.
