Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Policy Statement

What Corporate Responsibility Means for Pureprint Group

At Pureprint Group, we believe that responsible business practices should be embedded within our core strategy, rather than treated as an additional component. We recognise that operating ethically and sustainably not only minimises risk but also drives innovation, enhances our services, and enables us to access new markets. Our commitment is to create a positive impact beyond reducing the environmental footprint of our manufacturing processes.

We achieve this by upholding the highest professional standards, guided by the following core values:

• Integrity – Acting fairly and honestly with all stakeholders.
• Responsibility – Respecting our role as a neighbour, supplier, customer, employer, and manufacturer.
• Transparency – Engaging openly with stakeholders and ensuring compliance with legal and contractual obligations.
• Innovation – Continuously improving our services and capabilities to lead in sustainable print solutions.
• Reliability – Striking a balance between financial performance and ethical responsibility.
• Excellence – Taking pride in delivering high-quality products and services.
• Sustainability – Operating in an environmentally responsible manner to protect future generations.

Pureprint Group understands that building a sustainable and profitable business requires responsible operations, transparent reporting, employee well-being, minimising environmental impact, community engagement, and ethical supply chain management.

Managing Our Corporate Social Responsibilities

Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility

As a carbon-balanced printer, we actively reduce our environmental footprint in line with our carbon reduction plan. We work with organisations dedicated to environmental protection, ensuring that our print processes are sustainable. We engage in continuous improvement through initiatives such as:

• Using FSC® and PEFC™ certified materials.
• Minimising waste and pollution through lean manufacturing.
• Reducing energy consumption and transitioning to lower-carbon operations.
• Encouraging the circular economy by recycling and reusing materials.

Our Customers

By implementing rigorous quality control measures and operating efficiently, we help safeguard our customers’ reputations. Our commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices enables our clients to meet their own ESG goals. Open and honest communication fosters strong, long-term partnerships.

Our Employees

A successful business is built on a motivated and engaged workforce. We are committed to:

• Providing a safe, inclusive, and fair working environment.
• Meeting and exceeding health and safety regulations.
• Offering equal opportunities for all employees, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Investing in training and development to ensure staff reach their full potential.

Our Local Community

We operate with consideration for our neighbours and contribute positively to the communities in which we work. We support charitable initiatives, environmental action groups, and educational programmes that align with our values.

Modern Slavery & Ethical Sourcing

Pureprint Group has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and is committed to ensuring that modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking do not occur in our business or supply chains. In line with the Modern Slavery Act 2015, we:

• Require all suppliers, contractors, and business partners to adhere to ethical labour practices.
• Conduct due diligence to identify and mitigate risks in our supply chain.
• Provide regular training for employees on identifying and addressing modern slavery.
• Ensure compliance through internal audits and contractual agreements that prohibit exploitative labour practices.
• Commit to taking action, including terminating relationships with non-compliant suppliers.

The Wider Community & Advocacy

We recognise that the print industry has a responsibility to minimise its environmental impact. As an Ecovadis-certified company, we advocate for sustainability, engage with regulators, and collaborate with industry partners to drive meaningful change. We actively promote sustainable printing practices through our commitment to environmental responsibility, integrating eco-friendly solutions into every aspect of our operations.

Commitment to Ongoing Improvement

Pureprint Group is committed to reviewing and reporting on our CSR strategy annually to ensure continuous improvement. We strive to be a responsible business leader, balancing commercial success with environmental and social responsibility.

Richard Osborne
Managing Director