People and work business of the year (national)

A business that has shown commitment to recruiting, training and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce, which has led to an improvement in business performance. This business will also demonstrate how diversity and inclusion is prioritised and plays a pivotal role in its culture.

To enter this category please provide the following information:

• An overview of your turnover and net profit over the last two years, as well as current net reserves. Please note: we require an overview, and a projection where exact figures may not have yet been finalised or signed off. All financial information submitted is strictly confidential.
• A brief description of your business; the products or services it supplies, its customers and the markets it operates in.
• The business’ approach to recruitment, retention, training and development of a skilled and diverse workforce.
• How this approach has enhanced the business’ performance.
• Evidence of fairness, diversity and inclusion being at the heart of the business.
• How the business is championing this approach within the workplace, customer base and local community.
• Testimonials are encouraged.
• Summarise your application in 100 words (if shortlisted, this content may be used in host’s speech/printed).