Company principles
Balfour Beatty first produced a coherent set of "Company Principles" in 1986. Since then they have been regularly reviewed and updated, most recently in 2006.
Two companion codes were also developed at the same time. "Business Conduct Guidelines" explains to all employees what is expected of them in terms of behaviour, procedures and attitudes.
In 2007, all employees will receive on-line training in respect of these guidelines.
"Stakeholder Codes of Practice" sets key operating principles and minimum standards for the Group's operating companies when engaging with employees, customers, suppliers and the wider community.
Together these documents constitute a comprehensive system of ethical governance.
Chairman’s and Chief Executive’s statement
In 2006, we were awarded the Quality in Construction prize for the best Corporate Responsibility programme in the industry. Such recognition is gratifying, but we remain determined to continue to make progress in all aspects of corporate responsibility.
Helping to tackle global issues
We are committed to the principles of Sustainable Construction and have engaged with Friends of the Earth, Greenpeace and the Environment Agency to understand external expectations of our environmental performance. We also play a part in helping reduce poverty in third world countries and are active participants in the anti-corruption movement.