
	Dawson News
	has pledged the following actions:

	Environment
	Level 1
	Recycle toner cartridges
	Save paper costs by buying recycled paper and reusing discarded paper for notes
	Install a water saving device
	Lengthen the life of toner cartridges by adjusting printer settings to default print on both sides and in draft quality
	Minimise energy costs by ensuring that all equipment and lights are turned off (ie not left on standy) when not in use
	Recycle old computer equipment by giving it to local charities or community groups
	Reduce energy bills by turning down the heating when it is not needed and always ensure that this is done before opening a window
	Inform staff whether agenda and minutes will or won't be available at meetings to avoid duplication of printing
	Use environmentally friendly cleaning products
	Maximise savings by putting up signage reminding staff to save energy and reduce waste
	Give an active preference to products with minimal packaging
	Level 2
	Save money and the environment by insulating the building to reduce heating and ventilation requirements
	Promote alternative transportation for staff and provide incentives eg: carpools, cycling, walking, public transport
	Provide cycle rack facilities and sign up to the Inland Revenue bicycle scheme
	Fit passive infared detectors to urinals to save water and reduce water bills
	Communicate your environmental practices to customers, staff, investors and suppliers
	Have a clear environmental policy with responsibility at board level
	Look at opportunities to reduce toxic chemicals eg: batteries, copier toner, paints, cleaning supplies etc and if required, ensure their safe disposal
	Level 3
	Take steps to improve your environment outside your business premises

	Workplace
	Level 1
	Cut recruitment costs by advertising vacancies through local Job Centres
	Consult staff and support a charity of the year, maybe one that is directly relevant to your business
	Eliminate smoking from business premises and provide information on stop smoking programmes
	Promote healthy work practices eg: providing the right chairs and equipment, encouraging breaks and lunch breaks
	Level 2
	Commit to recruiting locally where possible, reflecting the diversity of the local area

	Community
	Level 1
	Offer long and short-term work experience placements to young people
	Host a visit for young people to your business to learn about enterprise in action
	Support local carnivals and community events
	Make meeting rooms or spare places on in-house training schemes available to community groups
	Make time to visit a local community centre or place of worship to better understand the diversity of London's communities

	Marketplace
	Level 1
	Ensure that all staff, suppliers and creditors are paid on time
	Ensure your premises are accessible for disabled customers
	Provide constructive feedback to your suppliers whether their bids are successful and unsuccessful
	Treat your customers with honesty and integrity and keep your promises
	Communicate your commitment and actions on responsible business practice to suppliers and customers and seek their feedback
	Level 2
	Ensure your advertising is responsible and based on honest statements
	Make sure your staff feel they are working within a culture that supports a responsible approach to every aspect of how business is carried out