Colas Rail UK 2023 Review

Economic Prosperity: Employment and training: We offered 3 work experiences and 3 internships, as well as 12 graduate jobs and 25 apprenticeships. We also partnered with The Women in Engineering Society (WES) to actively support our female workers. Crewe training centre being awarded an approved training centre by City & Guilds. Championing living wage: We became an Accredited Living Wage Employer. Inspiring Futures: We participated in educational events, including 12 career fairs and school talks which directly contributed to inspiring and shaping the career paths of students and job seekers. Local Employment Success: Our targeted efforts saw 83% of our Southern Region workforce comprised of local residents, fostering a sense of community but also ensuring that economic benefits are directly reinvested back into the areas we serve.

Protect the Environment: Green Commitment in Action: We delivered multiple environmental and biodiversity initiatives to tackle climate change. Our team at Old Oak Common showcased our commitment to environmental stewardship through their Volunteering Day, cleaning and revitalising a section of the Grand Union Canal. Volunteering in Action: Our contribution of 1,086 hours to CSR strengthened our relationships with local communities. This hands-on approach demonstrates our commitment to being actively involved in looking after our lineside neighbours. Enhancing Supply Chain Resilience: Supporting SMEs : £45m of the infrastructure division supply chain spend was on SMEs (Small, Medium Enterprises), this is 62% of our total supply chain spend. Our robust spending with SMEs ensures a resilient, diverse supply

chain and contributes to the economic strength of our local communities.

Our carbon reduction plan is here!

OUR FOCUS FOR 2024 In 2024, we continue to forge ahead, weaving social value seamlessly into the fabric of our corporate strategy. Looking Ahead to 2024 - We aim to: • Nature-Infused Rugby Depots: Transform Rugby Depot with

Supporting local community kitchens addressing health at the grassroots level to contribute to the long-term resilience and vitality of the communities we serve. Strategic Employability and Education Initiatives: including: • Organising female railway taster • Redesigning recruitment processes to eliminate any bias • Delivering 1-Week Skills Bootcamps • Extensive work experience opportunities • T-Levels Work Experience • Launching an Apprenticeship Project Management Programme

nature-based solutions, including tree planting to create a Green Living Wall to enhance the aesthetic, to improve wellbeing and contribute to local biodiversity and environmental health Empowering Volunteerism: Increase staff participation in volunteering leave to 40%

Continue to promote well-being throughout the business

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