BALFOUR Beatty has become the latest organisation to sign the Buy Social Pledge, a new initiative that sees businesses use their everyday spending to make a tangible difference to improving social and environmental impact across Scotland’s communities.
The Buy Social Pledge, run by Social Enterprise Scotland, brings together corporate businesses, SMEs, academic institutions, and public sector bodies looking to make a commitment to bring social enterprises into their supply chains.
Organisations who sign up commit to fostering inclusive economic growth. The pledge signifies a ‘transformative’ approach to doing business, where businesses become catalysts for positive change in communities.
Balfour Beatty already works with many social and supported enterprises across Scotland such as Giraffe Catering at Dunfermline Learning Campus, which provides jobs and training for people with disabilities; Scotland’s Bravest Manufacturing Company, which offers support, employment and training for veterans; and Edible Estates in Edinburgh – a community interest company that promotes and establishes community growing projects.
Bethany Welsh, social impact advisor at Balfour Beatty, said, “We are thrilled to join the Buy Social Pledge, reinforcing our commitment to fostering social and environmental progress through our procurement practices. By continuing to integrate social enterprises into our supply chain, we aim to drive inclusive economic growth and create lasting positive impacts within the communities we serve across Scotland.”
Chris Martin, CEO at Social Enterprise Scotland, added, “By joining the Buy Social Pledge, businesses can use their spend to create substantial social and environmental benefits. We are excited to welcome Balfour Beatty as they join other pioneers in this initiative. Their commitment will not only drive positive changes within their supply chain but also inspire other organisations to contribute towards building a more inclusive, green and sustainable economy in Scotland.”
For more information about the pledge, visit https://www.buysocialscotland.com/business/buy-social-pledge
