Page 2 - SHS Inform (V25) NEW_Neat

Group CEO Our Sustainability Priorities

Now, more than ever, we recognise how important sustainability is to us all. The world we live in
needs transformative change and fast. At SHS we are committed to doing our part. We want to be
Letter • We will reduce our carbon emissions • We will increase our water efficiency SUSTAINABLE SOURCING
Letter
the most sustainable business that we can be. We will be focusing on five key priorities which we
have detailed below over the next four years. These topics impact upon us all and are the areas
where we can make a real difference.
WATER
ENERGY
• We will source our products and raw
across SHS (Scope 1+2)
materials in the most sustainable way
across SHS
practicable
• We will set a roadmap to achieve Net
Zero ahead of the UK Govt 2050 target
PACKAGING
WASTE
• We will be a zero to landfill business • We will make our finished goods
• We will reduce the amount of waste we packaging 100% recyclable by 2025
generate across SHS • We will work to ensure our packaging
is as sustainable as practicable
After 15 incredibly challenging months, the cautious
easing of restrictions across all jurisdictions, along with
the welcome arrival of some sunshine, has provided a real We pride ourselves on being a
sense of optimism as we head into the summer period. responsible business, one that cares
for our people, planet and place.
As the half year mark approaches, we The pandemic has highlighted the Periods of change affect people in very
have had a solid start to the year with all importance of spending time with family different ways. With the help of our
divisions performing well thanks to the and friends. Last month we communicated colleagues in HR and Comms, we have
amazing determination and drive that our a number of new ways of working to kept the mental health and wellbeing
teams have consistently demonstrated. support this as we progress our plans to conversation alive through targeted
Sincere thanks for your proactivity, positivity transition back into our office sites. The campaigns. Please continue to engage
and - critically - great teamwork as we next phase will see us adopt a hybrid with the webinars and resources that
continue to navigate a volatile environment. model of office and home working. With are available on the Larder and if you
need support, reach out to your line
Despite these challenges, we have many new technology we will support continued manager, HR Partner or one of your
collaboration whilst enabling a culture of
fantastic examples of innovation, operational innovation. I look forward to a return to Divisional Mental Health First Aiders. Page 2 CEO Letter
excellence, brand partnerships, business dynamic face to face meetings and
wins and customer engagement across the preserving our work-life balance. The HR The newly formed Planet Page 4 Mission & Philosophy
Launch

Group with highlights showcased in this and Pandemic teams will continue to Forum recently raised Page 8 Q1 SPIRIT Award
edition of Inform. Thank you for fulfilling so work on transition pathways that support awareness of our Group Winners
many of the Group’s Vision 21 ambitions optimal ways of working as we move to an and Divisional commitments Page 10 HR Update
during World Environment
and the role you have played in driving the agile model. Please continue to feedback Page 12 Spotlight Feature -
Group’s growth, capability and reputation. your ideas and concerns so that we can Day. I hope that you took the time to John Heynen
listen to the Podcast and engage in the
As part of our next strategic timeline (Vision create and sustain an engaging and various activities. Page 14 SHS GB Update
25), we have created a new Mission and rewarding work environment. It is wonderful to see the diverse range Contents List Contents List Page 18 SHS Ireland Update
Philosophy statement. Details were unveiled You will notice the article on cybersecurity of charities the Group will be supporting Page 20 SHS Drinks Update
at our Divisional briefing sessions earlier in this Inform and I want to reinforce the over the next two years with a charity Page 24 Condiments & Sauces
in the year. This month we will officially importance of your role in protecting the partnership in place across all sites. Update
launch our updated Mission and Group from Cyber-attacks. We are under I expect there will be the usual high Page 26 3V Update
Philosophy through a range of constant threat from criminals and the standard of innovative and collaborative Page 28 Household Update
communications, competitions potential disruption and damage is fundraising initiatives! Page 30 IS Update
and giveaways. In this edition of unfortunately well documented Page 33 Corporate Services
Inform, we will also be bringing our as business and individuals Finally, as we head into summer Update
philosophy to life by providing succumb to targeted attacks. holiday season, enjoy some Page 35 Responsible Business
real-life examples across the Please always remain vigilant well-deserved time off with Section
Group. We now have a mission and NEVER click on unsolicited family & friends and return
that conveys our uniqueness, links or attachments - if in doubt ready for the challenges that
long-term ambition and a do nothing except inform the the second half of the year
powerful philosophy and values IT Service desk who will check will undoubtedly bring.
that define our behaviours. the email or message. Elaine
2 3