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Company Ethos

Ethos (noun): The disposition, character, or fundamental values peculiar to a specific person, people, culture, or movement.

This section of our website is designed to introduce you to the principles and policies that underpin the Hargreaves Services plc approach to how we conduct our business.

The Hargreaves Board of Directors has developed several principles which will apply in the company’s dealings with stakeholders and the wider community...

Safety, Health and the Environment

We have a proactive approach to Safety, Health and the Environment, and are committed to the highest practicable standards of safety and health management and the minimisation of adverse environmental impacts.

Human Resources

Our employment policies are non-discriminatory, complying with all current legislation to engender equal opportunity, irrespective of race, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or nationality. Harassment is not tolerated.

Ethical Standards

All Hargreaves Group personnel are expected to apply high ethical standards, consistent with an international UK-listed company.

Compliance with Laws

Hargreaves Services plc has systems in place designed to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, and conformity with all relevant codes of business practice.

Competition

Hargreaves Services plc aims to win business in a differentiated high value manner, does not employ unfair trading methods and competes vigorously but fairly within the requirements of applicable laws. Employees are prohibited from either giving or receiving any inducements.

Conflicts of Interest

Our employees are expected to ensure that their personal interests do not at any time conflict with those of Hargreaves Services plc. Employees who are shareholders are advised of – and comply with – share trading codes.

Politics

Hargreaves Services plc does not make political donations.