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We are committed to ensuring that we deliver social value to the communities where we work. We will use the opportunities and resources we provide to bring about additional community, economic and environmental benefits that improve and advance the lives of residents.

These are examples of the social value we can bring to a scheme.

Community benefit

Consultation and engagement strategy
Training and capacity building
Resident Liaison Officer – local point of contact and link between community and contractors to minimise disruption and disturbance
“Meet the contractors” days
Front line staff trained to identify issues, sign post, refer to the appropriate person or agency
Creative projects with young people/schools that enhance the environment eg. Art on hoardings
Use of community venues
£x Community Chest to support local initiatives/activities eg. Equipment, fun days, social events, projects
Fundraising support to community groups
Supporting and Fundraising for Peace One Day

Outcomes / outputs

Develop community capacity
Build community cohesion
Support for community activities and initiatives
Clear processes for community to exercise influence

Economic benefit

Use of LA supported job brokerage
Link with local Education / Business partnership
Meet the buyer events for supply chain
Use of local suppliers
Curriculum support workshops for schools and colleges
Work experience placements
Apprenticeships / trainees
CSCS training
% jobs for local labour
“cost in use” calculations to minimise energy and water bills
London Living Wage

Outcomes / outputs

Increase young people’s aspirations
Increase household income
Reduce / minimise household expenditure
Increase spending in the local area
Increase sustainability of local businesses
Increase local skills
Provide local employment opportunities

Environmental benefit

Use of local suppliers
Use of recycled materials and materials from sustainable sources
Renewable energy
Life cycle cost assessments
“Cost in use” calculations
Fuel efficiency – plant, machinery, vehicles
Energy efficient buildings
Recycling
Effective waste management
Energy management on site
Green travel plan for sites

Outcomes / outputs

Reduce carbon emissions
Reduce waste