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Mitie’s employee volunteering programme wins silver at UK Social Mobility Awards

Mitie took home the silver award in the ‘Community Programme of the Year’ category. The award recognises Mitie’s approach to volunteering in schools, which is part of its wider community support programme, Giving Back. By targeting young people, the initiative aims to create awareness of the various routes into employment, and empower young people from all backgrounds to make informed career choice.

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The Net Zero Pivot: From Purpose to Value

‘The Net Zero Pivot: From Purpose to Value’ event established that for the most successful organisations there’s been a step-change – net zero is no longer an environmental goal, but a critical economic opportunity.  The session built on the content of the Net Zero Navigator 2026, welcoming guests from a range of sectors to our headquarters in The Shard.

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Mitie gets added to the FTSE4Good Index for sustainability

Mitie has been confirmed as one of the country’s leading sustainable companies with inclusion on the FTSE4Good Developed Index. The Index represents those companies that demonstrate strong environment, social and governance practices in developed markets. Recognition demonstrates Mitie’s strong commitment to supporting social value based on five key pillars: Employment, Responsibility, Community, Environment and Innovation.

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Mitie’s 2024 ESG report reveals significant progress

Mitie’s latest ESG report reveals it has met or exceeded 13 of its targets for the last Financial Year (FY24), showing exceptional commitment to sustainability and social value. Contributing to its pledge to reach net zero by 2025, Mitie cut its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 5% and has now switched 66% of its vehicle fleet to electric. Mitie also supported over 1,200 apprentices and volunteered almost 25,000 hours to local causes through FY24.

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Mitie secures top spot in the 2024 SFMI ESG audit

Mitie has ranked first-place in SFMI’s 2024 ESG audit. Exceptional performance across decarbonisation, social value, wellbeing and risk management contributed to Mitie’s top spot ranking. The award builds on Mitie’s previous SFMI successes and broader ESG recognition.

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Mitie comments on electric vehicle commitments in Spring 2020 Budget

Recognising that its vehicles account for over 90% of its carbon emissions, in December 2018 Mitie announced an industry-leading commitment to switch 20% of its car and small van fleet to electric by 2020

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Mitie provides FM at Central London Community Healthcare NHS

Mitie has secured a contract worth up to £68.5 million with Central London Community Healthcare NHS (CLCH) to provide facilities management and catering services. The integrated FM contract covers 290 sites in London and Hertfordshire and includes security, cleaning, compliance, help desk support, pest control, catering and estate management. The contract reflects Mitie and CLCH’S commitment to sustainability and social value through the deployment of electric vehicles and enhanced access to apprenticeship opportunities.

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Mitie launches ‘Plan Thrive’, pledging to uplift 1 million lives

Mitie commits to uplifting 1 million lives through inclusive employment and helping people build sustainable careers. Create 1,000 high performing places using insight to support local investment and community engagement. Both new and existing partnerships will be developed to drive long-term impact and create thriving communities across the UK.

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Mitie Business Boost marks third year with digital growth drive

Mitie Business Boost returns for the third year with a £40,000 prize fund to support digital and tech-driven growth in West Cumbria, with applications opening 1 September 2025. Entrepreneurs and small businesses will receive free mentoring, expert-led workshops, and access to a local innovation network. The initiative aligns with Mitie’s Plan Thrive strategy, which aims to uplift one million lives and transform 1,000 places, and Sellafield’s social impact multiplied programme (SiX).

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Mitie secures IFM contract with the Intellectual Property Office

Mitie has secured a new £12 million three-year contract with the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) to provide integrated facilities management services across its two sites in Newport, Wales. Mitie will bring new technology, innovation and efficiencies to the IPO’s estate and is committed to helping the IPO meet its net zero goals. Mitie is also supporting the Newport region through social value initiatives like ‘spring cleans’, hosting careers fairs at local schools and increasing recruitment from the local community into apprenticeships in FM.