Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility

FKM GROUP LTD provides professional manned guarding services to a diverse client base acFKM Group multiple sites. Our primary responsibility is to protect life and property — this mission drives all aspects of our business. We are equally committed to ensuring that our operations support a sustainable, ethical, and profitable future.

Our Commitment to Responsible Business

We believe that long-term financial performance is closely tied to responsible and ethical business practices. Companies that effectively manage their social, environmental, and governance responsibilities are better equipped to navigate risk, build trust, and deliver stakeholder value. FKM GROUP LTD is committed to integrating ethical, social, and environmental considerations into all business decisions.

Environmental Responsibility

FKM GROUP LTD is fully committed to environmental protection and sustainability. We have implemented an Environmental Management System (EMS) aligned with relevant UK environmental legislation and principles, including:

• The Environmental Protection Act 1990
• The UK Climate Change Act 2008
• The Environment Act 2021
• Our obligations under the UK Net Zero Strategy (where applicable)

Key actions include:

• Identifying, assessing, and controlling operational impacts on the environment.
• Delivering regular environmental awareness training to staff and clients.
• Minimising our carbon footprint through energy reduction, waste management, and responsible procurement.
• Promoting continual improvement and compliance with applicable environmental regulations.

Corporate Governance Structure

The Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing FKM GROUP LTD’s strategic direction, financial performance, legal compliance, and risk management. Our governance structure is designed to ensure transparency, accountability, and integrity acFKM Group the business, in line with the Companies Act 2006 and, where relevant, principles from the UK Corporate Governance Code.

Board Responsibilities Include:

• Strategic oversight: Developing and reviewing short- and long-term business objectives.
• Shareholder accountability: Acting in the best interests of shareholders while recognising wider stakeholder responsibilities.
• Risk management: Identifying, assessing, and mitigating business and operational risks.
• Performance monitoring: Evaluating financial, commercial, and operational results against agreed targets.
• Compliance: Ensuring full compliance with legal and regulatory obligations, including the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007, health and safety laws, employment law, and anti-corruption regulations.
• Ethical conduct: Upholding high standards of business ethics and corporate behaviour.

Directors are provided with timely, accurate information and materials to support informed participation and effective decision-making.

Social Responsibility & Ethical Practice

We are committed to corporate social responsibility (CSR) and upholding our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) values. Our key social responsibility practices include:

• Fair treatment of employees, with a focus on wellbeing, safety, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Compliance with the Equality Act 2010 and all relevant labour laws.
• Engagement in the communities where we operate through charitable support, partnerships, and local employment initiatives.
• Upholding human rights and opposing all forms of modern slavery in our operations and supply chains, in compliance with the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
• Transparency in communication with stakeholders and clients.
• Strong emphasis on anti-bribery and corruption measures, aligned with the Bribery Act 2010.

Implementation and Monitoring

To ensure our commitments are actively upheld:

• We will issue annual ESG and governance reports to review and communicate progress.
• A Whistleblowing Policy is in place to protect and empower employees who report unethical practices.
• Directors and senior management will oversee compliance checks and annual reviews.
• Relevant company policies including Anti-Bribery, Whistleblowing, Environmental, Equality & Diversity, Modern Slavery, and Health & Safety are published and regularly reviewed.