People Group Services Limited Company Number: 11570329

Sustainability & Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Policy

Policy Statement

People Group Services Limited is committed to operating in a responsible, ethical, and sustainable manner. We recognise that businesses have a critical role in contributing to environmental protection, social responsibility, and strong corporate governance.

Our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) framework supports our commitment to responsible business practices while delivering high-quality workforce and payroll solutions to recruitment agencies, MSPs, end clients, and workers across the United Kingdom.

This policy outlines our approach to sustainability and ESG integration across all areas of our operations, supply chain, and stakeholder engagement.

ESG Governance Framework

Responsibility for ESG oversight sits with the Board of Directors, who ensure that sustainability principles are embedded within our strategy, operations, and risk management processes.

Our governance framework ensures:

• ESG risks and opportunities are considered in strategic decision making
• Compliance with applicable legislation and regulatory frameworks
• Transparent reporting to stakeholders
• Continuous monitoring and improvement

Senior management are responsible for implementing this policy across all operational functions.

Environmental Responsibility

People Group Services Limited recognises the importance of reducing environmental impact and contributing to the global transition towards a low-carbon economy.

Our environmental commitments include:

Carbon and Energy Reduction

We aim to minimise our carbon footprint through:

• Reduced energy consumption across office locations
• Encouraging remote and hybrid working practices
• Efficient use of digital systems to reduce paper consumption
• Selection of energy-efficient equipment and IT infrastructure

Waste Reduction

We aim to minimise waste by:

• Prioritising digital workflows and paperless documentation
• Recycling office waste where facilities exist
• Reducing unnecessary printing across operations

Sustainable Procurement

Where possible, we seek to work with suppliers that demonstrate responsible environmental practices and sustainable operations.

Social Responsibility

People Group Services Limited is committed to creating positive social impact through ethical labour practices, fair treatment of workers, and engagement with communities.

Workforce Welfare

We support the fair treatment and wellbeing of workers engaged through our services by ensuring:

• Full compliance with UK employment and tax legislation
• Transparent payroll practices
• Clear communication of worker rights and entitlements
• Fair and compliant contractual arrangements

Diversity, Equality & Inclusion

We promote equality and diversity within our organisation and across our supply chain.

We are committed to:

• Providing equal opportunities regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, age, religion, or sexual orientation
• Maintaining an inclusive workplace environment
• Preventing discrimination, harassment, or unfair treatment

Community Engagement

Where possible we support community initiatives and charitable activities, including:

• Supporting educational initiatives
• Community engagement programmes
• Responsible corporate citizenship

Governance and Ethical Conduct

Strong governance and ethical conduct are fundamental to the way People Group Services Limited operates.

Compliance & Regulatory Integrity

We operate within a strict compliance framework and adhere to:

• UK employment law
• HMRC PAYE regulations
• Anti-tax avoidance principles
• Industry compliance standards

We maintain a philosophy of “Compliance Without Compromise”, ensuring transparency and integrity in all business operations.

Transparency & Accountability

We aim to maintain full transparency with agencies, workers, clients, and regulators through:

• Clear contractual frameworks
• Transparent payroll and reporting processes
• Open communication with stakeholders
• Independent auditing where appropriate

Anti-Bribery and Corruption

People Group Services Limited operates a zero-tolerance approach to bribery, corruption, and unethical business practices.

All employees and partners are expected to adhere to our Anti-Bribery and Corruption policies.

Responsible Supply Chain

We recognise the importance of ensuring that our suppliers and partners operate responsibly.

We encourage our supply chain partners to demonstrate:

• Ethical employment practices
• Compliance with UK labour legislation
• Respect for environmental responsibilities
• Transparent financial practices

Where appropriate, due diligence processes may be undertaken before entering into supplier relationships.

ESG Reporting and Monitoring

People Group Services Limited is committed to improving ESG transparency and reporting.

Our approach includes:

• Periodic review of sustainability initiatives
• Monitoring environmental performance indicators
• Assessing social impact and workforce wellbeing
• Reviewing governance frameworks and risk controls

Where required by clients, partners, or regulatory frameworks, we may provide ESG reporting information as part of procurement or compliance processes.

Continuous Improvement

We recognise that sustainability and ESG practices evolve over time. People Group Services Limited is committed to continuously improving our ESG performance through:

• Regular policy reviews
• Staff awareness and training
• Adoption of improved environmental practices
• Engagement with stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement 

Policy Review

This policy will be reviewed annually to ensure continued alignment with:

• Legislative developments
• ESG best practices
• Stakeholder expectations
• Business strategy

Declaration

This Policy is approved by the Board of Directors of: People Group Services Limited Company Number: 11570329

Last updated: 5th March 2026