Month: August 2025

Unity becomes Changemaker and fundraiser for Birmingham Children’s Hospital

Stuart Mitchell

Unity Trust Bank has become a Changemaker at Birmingham Children’s Hospital Charity, helping to transform the lives of sick youngsters.  Changemakers support the charity by investing in projects such as life-saving equipment and child-friendly spaces.  Colin Fyfe, CEO at Unity Trust Bank, said: “As a social impact bank, Unity’s mission is to help create a better society.   “We’re based in Brindleyplace and proud to be part of the Birmingham business community.  “We’re delighted to support the region by becoming a Changemaker for such a worthwhile charity.  “Every year, more than…

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GRI recognized at UN conference as a common ground for global impact reporting

Stuart Mitchell

GRI has been recognized during the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) as foundational for the global sustainability reporting system. Paragraph 34e of the ‘Compromiso de Sevilla’ – the outcome document of FfD4 – explicitly encourages UN Member States to “Consider utilizing standards, such as those of the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) and the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) among others, in a flexible and country-specific manner”. This recognition follows months of active engagement by GRI and its partners with UN Member States, and it marks the first…

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Smart Works Newcastle counts on Building Society support to help unemployed women prosper

Stuart Mitchell

Newcastle Building Society has announced a new partnership with Smart Works Newcastle, a life-changing charity helping women across the region into secure employment. The partnership, which is supported by a contribution of £10,000, will also see Society colleagues volunteer their time and skills to support Smart Works with events and fundraising as well as with the charity’s upcoming office move. Part of this funding has been provided by the Newcastle Building Society Community Fund at the Community Foundation North East. Andrew Haigh, chief executive of Newcastle Building Society, said: “We’re…

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New Research Uncovers the Shocking Reality of Hygiene Poverty Impacting Families Across the UK

Stuart Mitchell

In an era where self-care and well-being dominate headlines, families across the UK are facing a stark truth: over a third (38%) of Brits have experienced hygiene poverty.  Brits are having to make tough decisions, with almost half (49%) admitting they have had to sacrifice buying hygiene products in order to afford food, rent, or healthcare. For 15%, this is a choice they have to make often. New research unveils the hygiene crisis many Brits are experiencing in 2025, that extends far beyond financial hardship. The research reveals the common, yet often unspoken,…

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American Tower Corporation Releases 2024 Sustainability Executive Report

Stuart Mitchell

American Tower Corporation recently announced the release of its 2024 sustainability executive report and accompanying indices and supplements, which highlight the Company’s progress across its three sustainability pillars: Environment, Social, and Governance. The report underscores American Tower’s commitment to aligning sustainability with operational excellence and long-term value creation. “Our sustainability strategy is rooted in driving business value while addressing the evolving needs of our customers and communities,” said Steve Vondran, American Tower’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “Through initiatives like our energy program, digital access efforts and operational efficiency improvements,…

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