Date posted: 9th Sep 2024
Clive Owen LLP, a leading accounting and business advisory firm with offices in Darlington, Durham, York, and Middlesbrough, has confirmed its commitment to best practice with accreditation by the Good Business Charter (GBC).
This prestigious accreditation recognises the firm’s commitment to achieving responsible business practices and sustainable growth.
The Good Business Charter is awarded to businesses that meet ten essential components covering employee conditions, environmental impact, and the treatment of clients and suppliers. By committing to all ten components, Clive Owen LLP demonstrates its dedication to responsible business growth, aligning with its core values and future growth plans.
Carl Wright, Sustainability Lead at Clive Owen LLP, said: “Gaining the Good Business Charter accreditation is a significant milestone for Clive Owen LLP. It reflects our unwavering commitment to supporting our people, clients and communities. This accreditation reinforces our dedication to providing a safe, rewarding, diverse and inclusive environment that promotes personal growth and development for our colleagues.”
For over 40 years, Clive Owen LLP has been committed to doing business responsibly. The firm has a dedicated internal team focused on assessing environmental impact and implementing measures to foster a more sustainable business. The mission to become a responsible business encompasses encouraging sustainable practices, demonstrating environmental and social accountability, and promoting sustainable behaviours across its team, clients, and wider community.
The firm’s sustainability plan is built on three key pillars: environmental impact, social responsibility, and ethical governance. As the Clive Owen LLP continues to expand, it recognises the importance of growing sustainably. It has made strong decisions that will shape its future impact on the environment, people, clients, and communities.
Achieving Good Business Charter status complements Clive Owen LLP’s ongoing commitment to responsible business practice, which follows the company signing up to the Prompt Payment Code earlier this year. In addition, the firm is among 15,000 UK businesses that voluntarily pay the real Living Wage, the only UK wage rate that is based on the cost of living, not just the government minimum.
“We believe that achieving a sustainable future is a collective effort,” added Carl Wright. “Our initiatives, from reducing plastic usage to aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), are all designed to ensure transparency and consistency across our operations. By working with various charities, we ensure we give back to our region, reinforcing our commitment to social responsibility.”
Clive Owen LLP’s accreditation by the Good Business Charter marks a significant step in its sustainability journey. The firm will continue to work across all its offices to drive profit with purpose, make responsible decisions, and hold itself accountable to its sustainability goals. The development of a strategic framework guides these efforts, fostering a fair, ethical culture that thrives on inclusivity and sustainable choices.
