Environmental and Carbon Reduction Policy

Recruitment Direct UK Limited (“RDUK”, “we”, “our” or “us”) is committed to minimising the environmental impact of its operations and promoting sustainable business practices.

We recognise our responsibility to reduce carbon emissions, conserve resources and operate in an environmentally responsible manner while continuing to provide high-quality recruitment services throughout the United Kingdom.

The purpose of this policy is to:

• Reduce the environmental impact of business activities.
• Promote sustainable working practices.
• Reduce carbon emissions where reasonably practicable.
• Improve resource efficiency.
• Support compliance with environmental legislation.
• Encourage environmental awareness throughout the organisation.

This policy applies to:

• Employees
• Workers
• Contractors
• Suppliers
• Business partners

The policy applies to all business activities undertaken by Recruitment Direct UK Limited.

Recruitment Direct UK Limited is committed to:

• Reducing energy consumption.
• Reducing unnecessary travel.
• Increasing the use of digital systems and documentation.
• Minimising waste generation.
• Promoting recycling and responsible disposal practices.
• Reducing paper consumption.
• Supporting environmentally responsible procurement where appropriate.
• Continually improving environmental performance.

RDUK will seek to reduce carbon emissions by:

• Promoting remote meetings and video conferencing.
• Reducing unnecessary business travel.
• Encouraging electronic documentation and digital signatures.
• Utilising cloud-based and AI-assisted technologies to reduce paper-based administration.
• Improving operational efficiency through automation and digital workflows.
• Monitoring opportunities to further reduce energy consumption and environmental impact.

Recruitment Direct UK Limited may use artificial intelligence (“AI”), automation and digital technologies to improve operational efficiency and reduce environmental impact.

These technologies may assist in:

• Reducing paper usage.
• Streamlining recruitment processes.
• Reducing administrative tasks.
• Supporting remote communication.
• Improving resource efficiency.

RDUK is committed to ensuring technology is used responsibly and in a manner that supports environmental sustainability objectives.

Employees and workers are encouraged to:

• Reduce unnecessary printing.
• Switch off equipment when not in use.
• Minimise waste.
• Recycle where facilities exist.
• Consider environmental impacts when carrying out business activities.

Recruitment Direct UK Limited will comply with applicable environmental legislation and seek continual improvement in environmental performance.

This policy will be reviewed annually or sooner if required by legislative, regulatory or business changes.