Corporate Responsibility governance structure

The Board sets policy and takes responsibility for Balfour Beatty's performance in safety, health, the environment, business ethics, risk management, human rights and other social issues.

In early 2001, the Business Practices Committee of the Board was established to review policy, practice and performance in these areas.

The Committee, which comprises non-executive Directors under the Chairmanship of Steve Marshall, receives reports from the Chief Executive and from the Group Director of Safety, Health and the Environment. It meets four times a year.

Policies

Balfour Beatty has clearly stated policies for a number of important non-financial issues which set out how we expect our people to act. These cover:

• risk management
• health and safety
• environment
• human rights
• drugs and alcohol
• equal opportunities
• whistleblowing.

Within this overall framework, operating companies are required to develop specific policies and practices relevant to their particular circumstances.