Who we are
Hadson Group Limited, a versatile organization in the UK, specializes in services like delivery, school transport, catering, training, and more. With a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, Hadson values individual differences, ensures zero tolerance for unacceptable behavior, and promotes personal responsibility. The company’s dedication extends to regular reviews of employment practices and continuous monitoring of its commitment’s effectiveness. Hadson stands as a leader in delivering high-quality, innovative services tailored to its diverse customer base.
Hadson’s Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
At Hadson, we firmly believe that embracing and valuing diversity enhances our collective experience and contributes to the success of our organization. The varied perspectives, ideas, and ways of working that individuals from different backgrounds bring to the table foster growth, learning, innovation, and better decision-making. This commitment not only benefits our employees but also allows us to meet the diverse needs of our customer base effectively.
In alignment with our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, we pledge to:
- Recognize and Value Individual Differences: Create an environment where the unique contributions of all team members are acknowledged and celebrated.
- Zero Tolerance for Unacceptable Behavior: Not tolerate any form of unacceptable behavior, harassment, discrimination, bullying (including cyberbullying), or victimization within our workforce or in the provision of our services.
- Provide Guidance and Training: Offer guidance and training on diversity, inclusion, and equality of opportunity to employees, contractors, trustees, and associates.
- Encourage Reporting and Addressing Concerns: Encourage individuals who experience or witness discrimination to report their concerns to their manager, People Group, or an Employee Forum or Trade Union representative.
- Promote Personal Responsibility: Make every person aware of their personal responsibility for implementing and promoting equal opportunities in their daily interactions, fostering a workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
- Regularly Review Employment Practices: Continuously review all employment practices, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Monitor Effectiveness and Share Information: Monitor the effectiveness of our commitment, policies, and procedures, and share the findings with consultative bodies at least annually.
We expect all members of our community to align with these commitments, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and good practice. We are dedicated to eliminating unjust discrimination based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
Dealing with Discrimination: Unacceptable behavior will not be tolerated. Any allegations will be thoroughly investigated and, if necessary, disciplined in accordance with our Dignity and Respect at Work Policy and Procedure.
Responsibility:
- Board of Trustees: Holds overall responsibility for ensuring equality of opportunity within our framework.
- Executive Team: Has overall management responsibility, delegated to all managers throughout the organization.
- All Employees: Have a duty to support and uphold the principles of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Review and Accessibility: The Director of People is responsible for reviewing this statement regularly. If necessary, revisions will be made in light of legislative or organizational changes. The statement will be made available to the public through Hadson’s website and other means.
For further information, please contact Human Resources at hr@hadson.com.