4 March 2022
A record-breaking year for social value at VGC Group
A record-breaking year for social value at VGC Group VGC is celebrating after achieving a record-breaking £18m of social value delivered in 2021 through our recruitment / employment activities and corporate social responsibility programmes. The programme covered a vast range of activity from working with young people, engaging with schools, supporting ex-offenders, volunteering, supporting
24 November 2020
We've won a social value award from Balfour Beatty
VGC received a social value award at the Balfour Beatty Highways conference, presented by Geri Smith, head of sustainability and environment
27 November 2019
Highly Commended for IRP Corporate and Social Responsibility award
VGC has won a Highly Commended IRP award for Best Corporate Social Responsibility Practitioner - for our 'go beyond the gates' programme
13 September 2018
Apprenticeships key to social mobility and economic growth
Improving social mobility, and better education and training, are key to addressing the UK’s productivity gap, says a new report from The 5% Club. In its report, the group sets out recommendations for business leaders and government to drive social mobility while ensuring inclusive growth. Six per cent of VGC staff are currently enrolled on
3 January 2016
Shortlisted for corporate social responsibility award
We’re proud to have been shortlisted for the UK Rail Industry Awards in the corporate social responsibility category. VGC’s entry is one of only seven to have been shortlisted from among a wide range of entrants, representing substantial competition. The shortlisting panel noted our achievement of ISO 50001 certification in energy management, as well as
