CELEBRATING DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Supporting LGBTQ+ employees is not only the right thing to do but also crucial for the success of our organisation as we strive for equality and human rights.

Since the inaugural UK Pride march in 1972, significant strides have been made for LGBTQ+ rights. The lifting of the ban on LGBTQ+ individuals serving in the armed forces in 2000 and the 2003 legislation against workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation were crucial milestones.

The Gender Recognition Act in

At Norse Group, we aim to foster a culture of empathy, respect, and acceptance. By challenging stereotypes, promoting open dialogue, and providing ongoing education and support, we create an environment where everyone can be their authentic selves and feel valued.

We believe that diversity is a strength. When LGBTQ+ employees are accepted, they can fully engage and contribute, leading to increased job satisfaction and overall well-being.

During June’s LGBTQ+ Pride month and beyond, we are dedicated to supporting our employees and communities and eliminating discrimination to create a brighter future for everyone.

This year, we are excited to announce that the programme is fully flexible, allowing you to personalise your development path and unlock your full potential as a manager.

If you’re interested in participating in Management Essentials 2023, the first step is to register and complete the selfassessment. Once you have finished the self-assessment, a second assessment will be sent to your line manager for completion. After collecting and reviewing both assessments, the Learning and Development team will finalise the enrolment process and confirm your participation in the program.

We encourage all aspiring and current managers to take advantage of this opportunity for growth and development. Management Essentials 2023 will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to excel in your managerial role and make a positive impact within our organisation.

Norfolk Environmental Waste Services (NEWS) has taken delivery of four new JCB Waste Handling machines at two transfer stations in Norfolk. MANAGEMENT

This million-pound investment from Norse will assist our two NEWS sites deliver our domestic waste contract for Norfolk County Council and Dry Mixed Recyclable contract for the District Councils. Our sites at Caister and Kings Lynn each received a JCB 437 HT Loading shovel and a JS20 Materials Handler. These sites handle over 100,000 tonnes of waste within their contracts, including black bag domestic, dry mixed recyclables, food waste, garden waste collection, street sweepings and Recycling Centre material.

These machines can move and stockpile materials before loading them for onward transport to treatment facilities across the UK. The end destinations include the NEWS Material Recycling Facility at Costessey and Energy-from-Waste facilities in the Midlands.

These will replace the JCBs, which have served NEWS well for seven years. With continuing long-term contracts, the new machines will allow NEWS to deliver a quality service for its partnering Councils.

If you would like to connect with a Learning & Development Team member to discuss the opportunity further, please email LDTeam@norsegroup.co.uk.