How workplace cultures can normalise unethical practices: new research

New research led by teams from Aston University and University of East Anglia has revealed how organisations may unwittingly foster environments where unethical behaviours become collectively justified and normalised. The study, The suspension of morality in organisations: Conceptualising organisational moral disengagement and testing its role in relation to unethical behaviours and silence, published in the journal Human Relations, introduces the concept of ‘organisational moral disengagement’, a novel framework developed to explain how organisations may systematically suspend moral standards to enable unethical practices that harm clients, communities and the environment. The Volksvagen…

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Asda invests in new bio-LNG refuelling stations

Asda is investing in two new Bio-LNG (liquefied natural gas) refuelling facilities, as the retailer continues to make progress towards reducing overall carbon emissions. Working closely with Gasrec – a major fuel provider for commercial vehicles in the UK – the new refuelling facilities in Warrington and Dartford now mean Asda has thirteen fully operational Bio-LNG stations strategically located across the UK. With over 780 vehicles, Asda operates the largest fleet of LNG fuelled trucks in the UK, with this type of fuel a leading, lower carbon alternative to diesel.…

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Magenta Associates publishes its first Impact Report

Magenta Associates, the employee-owned communications consultancy, has released its inaugural Impact Report, marking an important step in its ongoing efforts to operate as a responsible and sustainable business. The report shares key achievements over the past year and outlines the company’s plans for continued improvement in social and environmental impact. The report introduces Magenta’s ‘Communication for Good’ framework, built on four core pillars: Change Agents, Fortress for Talent, Community Champions and Protecting our Planet. These pillars guide the company’s approach to aligning its communication expertise with its commitment to responsible…

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Unity Trust Bank appoints Joshua Meek as Chief Impact Officer

Award-winning Unity Trust Bank has announced the appointment of Joshua Meek as its new Chief Impact Officer, reinforcing the bank’s commitment to delivering positive social and environmental impact across the bank. Joshua’s appointment to Chief Impact Officer will see him strengthen Unity’s ‘double bottom line’ strategy, which looks to maximise positive outcomes for people and planet alongside financial returns. As part of this, he is spearheading the development of Unity’s ‘theory of change’ in partnership with New Philanthropy Capital (NPC), to create a roadmap that will shape activity across the…

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Arctic deep sea mining plans stopped in Norway

After more than a year of massive pressure from activists, scientists and the international community, the Norwegian government has agreed to stop the first licensing round for deep sea mining in Arctic waters. “This is a huge win! After hard work from activists, environmentalists, scientists and fishermen, we have secured a historic win for ocean protection, as the opening process for deep sea mining in Norway has been stopped. The wave of protests against deep sea mining is growing. We will not let this industry destroy the unique life in…

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