Corporate social responsibility

Stellar Despatch’s approach to Corporate Social Responsibility Policy

Environment

Stellar Despatch is committed to protecting the environment and reducing its impact on climate change. We will do this by:

• Investing in renewable energy sources for our offices and depots
• Using fuel-efficient vehicles and routing our deliveries efficiently
• Recycling and composting waste
• Reducing our use of plastic and other single-use materials
• Planting trees and supporting other environmental initiatives

Community work

Stellar Despatch is committed to being a good neighbour and contributing to the communities in which we operate. We will do this by:

• Supporting local charities and social enterprises
• Providing employment and training opportunities to local people
• Volunteering our time and resources to community projects

Ethics

Stellar Despatch is committed to conducting business in an ethical and responsible manner. We will do this by:

• Adhering to all relevant laws and regulations
• Treating our customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders with fairness and respect
• Avoiding corruption and bribery
• Promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace

Modern slavery

Stellar Despatch is committed to preventing modern slavery in its supply chain. We will do this by:

• Conducting due diligence on all suppliers to assess their risk of modern slavery
• Requiring suppliers to sign a code of conduct that prohibits modern slavery
• Monitoring suppliers for compliance with the code of conduct

Health and safety

Stellar Despatch is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its employees. We will do this by:

• Assessing and controlling risks to health and safety
• Providing training and support to employees on health and safety matters
• Monitoring compliance with health and safety regulations

Governance

Stellar Despatch is committed to good governance and transparency. We will do this by:

• Having a clear and transparent corporate governance structure
• Ensuring that the board of directors is independent and accountable
• Disclosing relevant information to shareholders and other stakeholders

Staff care

Stellar Despatch is committed to the well-being and development of its employees. We will do this by:

• Providing competitive salaries and benefits
• Offering training and development opportunities
• Promoting a positive and supportive work environment

Stellar Despatch will review its corporate social responsibility policy on an annual basis to ensure that it remains aligned with the company's values and objectives.