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CRL recognises the importance of supporting the communities in which we operate.
Alongside strengthening and repairing infrastructure, we are committed to helping build resilient, thriving communities and leaving a positive, lasting legacy in the areas where we work. We believe this starts with strong relationships and open communication. By engaging with local communities, we gain a better understanding of what matters most to them and how we can respond effectively to their needs.
CRL actively encourages employees to contribute to the communities in which they live and work. Through our Community Projects Scheme, all employees are entitled to three days of paid leave each year to support community-based initiatives and charitable activities that are meaningful to them.
Our employees have been involved in a wide range of community projects, including fundraising initiatives, environmental improvement schemes, and support within care and educational settings.
In addition, CRL has sponsored local sports clubs connected to our workforce, helping to support their growth and development while strengthening ties within the community.
"Just a quick one to say thank you very much for both the collective CRL donation and individual contributions. It is really appreciated! Please pass on my thanks to the rest of the team at CRL."
Fortem Solution Limited's Sick Children's Fund
“I just wanted to formally thank you and your team for all your work yesterday. It was greatly appreciated, and I look forward to welcoming you back sometime in the future.”
Strathcarron Hospice
As part of our new Social Value Strategy, CRL is continually exploring new ways to work with and support our communities. One of our latest initiatives is to partner each of our offices (and corresponding regions) with a local charity or community organisation chosen by our employees. Through this initiative, we plan to offer long-term and tailored support to our local communities.
As a company, we look to enhance the surrounding community, whether that be using waste spoil to create public footpaths or a Wendy house for the local hospital we were repairing.
In addition, we support our local communities by providing education and employment opportunities. Whether that is by taking on staff locally wherever possible, engaging with schools, colleges and universities to help future generations enter the industry, or offering opportunities to disadvantaged and under-represented groups (see examples above).
Our engineers are encouraged to become STEM Ambassadors and get involved in visiting schools and colleges to encourage young people to join the construction industry. An example of this is our Bridge Building competition which we organise and run for students in Years 9-11 (see details at top of page).
Our Chairman Tony Rimoldi has acted as a mentor for London students, winning mentor of the year for City University.
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