Applied ethics

National Research Conducted by Public Rights Project Reveals Many Americans are Victims of Corporate Wage Theft, Predatory Lending, other Abuses

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Tuesday, July 16, 2019
Human rights abuses, Applied ethics, Abuse, Business ethics, PRNP

Public Rights Project (PRP) commissioned the research to obtain more data on how people are harmed by illegal business practices and to dig deeper into why people are reluctant to report abuses.

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  • Public Rights Project (PRP) commissioned the research to obtain more data on how people are harmed by illegal business practices and to dig deeper into why people are reluctant to report abuses.
  • "This study shows how prevalent corporate abuse remains despite strong laws on the books," said Jill Habig, founder and president of PRP.
  • "The research provides a sobering snapshot of corporate abuse in people's everyday lives and the need for enforcement to hold corporations accountable.
  • PRP's research also underscores the opportunity for prosecutors and other government leaders who address corporate abuse.

United Methodist Bishops of Texas Call for Non-Partisan Solutions to Unfolding Humanitarian Crisis Along U.S. Southern Border

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Monday, July 15, 2019
Ethics, Applied ethics, Human behavior, Methodist Church of Great Britain, Compassion, Methodism

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,

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  • Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,
    We greet you in the name of our Lord.Together, we have watched with anguish the unfolding immigration crisis taking place along our southern border.
  • Acrossour state, United Methodist churches are reaching out with compassion and aid to those who are suffering.We also count border patrol officers and those who work with agencies serving asylum seekers as members of our churches, and we know they are doing their best to respond to an overwhelming situation.
  • As we search for a common response, may we rise above fear and divisiveness, remembering the guidance of Holy Scripture: "God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love and a sound mind."
  • "(Matthew 25:40)
    May the Peace of Christ be with you and with the children and families who are suffering,

JBS Compliance continues preventive actions

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Monday, July 15, 2019
Applied ethics, Business ethics, Regulatory compliance

The goal is to encourage the JBS supply chain to comply with the Code's guidelines and increase adoption of ethical business practices.

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  • The goal is to encourage the JBS supply chain to comply with the Code's guidelines and increase adoption of ethical business practices.
  • JBS is taking another big step in this direction by providing online supplier training", said Marcelo Proena, JBS's global Compliance director.
  • JBS recently implemented a system to streamline its supplier reputational analysis process.
  • Third parties flagged for any noncompliance are automatically blocked and then face a second verification procedure, which is carried out by the Compliance department.

JBS Compliance continues preventive actions

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Monday, July 15, 2019
Applied ethics, Business ethics, Regulatory compliance

The goal is to encourage the JBS supply chain to comply with the Code's guidelines and increase adoption of ethical business practices.

Key Points: 
  • The goal is to encourage the JBS supply chain to comply with the Code's guidelines and increase adoption of ethical business practices.
  • JBS is taking another big step in this direction by providing online supplier training", said Marcelo Proena, JBS's global Compliance director.
  • JBS recently implemented a system to streamline its supplier reputational analysis process.
  • Third parties flagged for any noncompliance are automatically blocked and then face a second verification procedure, which is carried out by the Compliance department.

FS50804402

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Friday, July 12, 2019
Eir, Eir, Confidentiality, Telecommunications in Ireland, Telecommunications in Europe, Applied ethics, Freedom of information in the United Kingdom

The complainant requested from Wiltshire Council (the Council) information relating to a highways contract. The Council disclosed some of the information and withheld other information under section 43(2) (commercial interests) of the FOIA. During the Commissioner’s investigation the Council reconsidered the request under the EIR and withheld some of the information under the exception for commercial confidentiality – regulation 12(5)(e). The Commissioner finds that the Council initially handled the request incorrectly under the FOIA and breached regulation 5(1) and regulation 14 of the EIR. The Commissioner’s decision is that the Council correctly applied regulation 12(5)(e) of the EIR to the withheld information. Therefore, the Commissioner does not require the Council to take any steps as a result of this decision.

Key Points: 
  • The complainant requested from Wiltshire Council (the Council) information relating to a highways contract.
  • The Council disclosed some of the information and withheld other information under section 43(2) (commercial interests) of the FOIA.
  • During the Commissioners investigation the Council reconsidered the request under the EIR and withheld some of the information under the exception for commercial confidentiality regulation 12(5)(e).
  • The Commissioners decision is that the Council correctly applied regulation 12(5)(e) of the EIR to the withheld information.

Rite Aid Releases Inaugural Corporate Social Responsibility Report Demonstrating Commitment to CSR Initiatives

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Friday, June 28, 2019
Environment, Other Consumer, Human resources, Women, Other Philanthropy, Health, MEN, Professional services, Philanthropy, Consumer, Convenience store, Other Retail, Pharmaceutical, General Health, Alternative energy, Energy, Fitness & Nutrition, Retail, Ethics, Articles, Academic disciplines, Euthenics, Applied ethics, Social ethics, Codes of Conduct, Corporate social responsibility, Social responsibility, Rite Aid

With a continuous commitment to the promotion and execution of socially responsible company management, Rite Aid has released its inaugural corporate social responsibility report.

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  • With a continuous commitment to the promotion and execution of socially responsible company management, Rite Aid has released its inaugural corporate social responsibility report.
  • The report highlights the companys latest accomplishments with respect to the economic, environmental and social issues related to our business.
  • Rite Aids corporate social responsibility report, can be found here .
  • Information about Rite Aid, including corporate background and press releases, is available through the company's website at www.riteaid.com .

CBRE Releases 2018 Corporate Responsibility Report

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Friday, June 28, 2019
REIT, Other Construction & Property, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Ethics, Articles, Applied ethics, Sustainability metrics and indices, Corporate social responsibility, Euthenics, Auditing, Global Reporting Initiative, Ethical investment, United Nations Global Compact

CBRE Group, Inc. has released its 2018 Corporate Responsibility Report , which highlights the companys accomplishments as an industry leader in responsible business practices.

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  • CBRE Group, Inc. has released its 2018 Corporate Responsibility Report , which highlights the companys accomplishments as an industry leader in responsible business practices.
  • Heightened focus on employee safety and well-being, as reflected in a 24% drop in Total Recordable Incident Rate from 2017 to 2018.
  • CBREs Corporate Responsibility Report was produced in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards: Core option and includes the companys progress toward implementing the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact.
  • Earlier this year CBRE was ranked #15 on Corporate Responsibility Magazines list of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens.

Wyoming law enforcement officials remind summer visitors that impaired driving will not be tolerated on states' roadways

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Friday, June 28, 2019
Alcohol abuse, Alcohol law, Driving under the influence, Social responsibility, Traffic law, Articles, Impaired driving in Canada, Applied ethics, Ethics

Wyoming Chiefs and Sheriffs would like to welcome all visitors to Wyoming and wish for you to have a safe, enjoyable experience while you are here.

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  • Wyoming Chiefs and Sheriffs would like to welcome all visitors to Wyoming and wish for you to have a safe, enjoyable experience while you are here.
  • Whether it is alcohol or drugs, impaired driving is impaired driving and we will be monitoring our roadways to ensure everyone is safe," explained Byron Oedekoven, executive director for the Wyoming Association of Sheriffs and Chiefs of Police (WASCOP).
  • WASCOP and the Governor's Council on Impaired Driving have launched The New DUI campaign www.thenewdui.org -- a campaign to promote awareness that drugged impaired driving is treated the same as alcohol impaired driving.
  • Operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be tolerated on Wyoming's roadways.

SunTrust Highlights Accomplishments in 2018 Corporate Responsibility Report

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Thursday, June 27, 2019
Ethics, Articles, Applied ethics, Academic disciplines, SunTrust Banks, Euthenics, Social ethics, Sustainable business, Corporate social responsibility, Business ethics

ATLANTA, June 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, SunTrust Banks, Inc. (NYSE: STI) released its 2018 Corporate Responsibility report, highlighting the company's ongoing commitment to corporate responsibility and sustainability efforts while underscoring its focus on inclusive, ethical business practices.

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  • ATLANTA, June 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, SunTrust Banks, Inc. (NYSE: STI) released its 2018 Corporate Responsibility report, highlighting the company's ongoing commitment to corporate responsibility and sustainability efforts while underscoring its focus on inclusive, ethical business practices.
  • "SunTrust teammates work tirelessly to advance financial confidence and enrich our communities, and I'm honored to showcase the work they do to make SunTrust a truly purpose-driven bank," said Bill Rogers, SunTrust Chairman and CEO.
  • "We have always been committed to being a responsible, sustainable business, and I appreciate the opportunity to share our progress."
  • For a comprehensive list of SunTrust's corporate responsibility performance, please view the full SunTrust Corporate Responsibility Report.

Kimco Realty Releases 2018 Corporate Responsibility Report

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Thursday, June 27, 2019
Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Human resources, Urban planning, REIT, Professional services, Residential Building & Real Estate, Sustainability metrics and indices, Sustainable development, Auditing, Global Reporting Initiative, Kimco Realty, Sustainability reporting, Economy, ESG, Ethics, Applied ethics

Kimco Realty Corp. (NYSE: KIM) announced today the release of its 2018 Corporate Responsibility Report .

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  • Kimco Realty Corp. (NYSE: KIM) announced today the release of its 2018 Corporate Responsibility Report .
  • This sixth annual report provides a thorough account of Kimcos performance in the areas of the environment, social impact, and governance (ESG).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20190627005116/en/
    Kimco Realty 2018 Corporate Responsibility Report Highlights (Photo: Business Wire)
    When we launched our formal sustainability program eight years ago, we set an ambitious course, seeking to position Kimco as a leader not only in the environmental space but also in the areas of social impact and governance, said Conor Flynn, Chief Executive Officer at Kimco Realty.
  • Beyond volunteerism, the company donated $284,134 in cash and in-kind gifts towards a variety of charitable causes
    The 34-page Corporate Responsibility Report follows the Global Reporting Initiatives (GRI) G4 Sustainability Reporting Standard.