North Star has been shortlisted in the 2016 Responsible Business Awards, the most prestigious and rigorous awards championing responsible business at home and abroad.

Driven by the charity Business in the Community (BITC), HRH The Price of Wales’ Responsible Business Network, the 2016 Responsible Business Awards celebrate inspiring examples of businesses that are making a significant difference by taking action to improve their local communities, create more inclusive workplaces and tackle environmental challenges.

North Star has been shortlisted in the Bupa Wellbeing at Work category. North Star demonstrated an impressive example of how investing in wellbeing can drive positive organisational change.

Angela Lockwood, Chief Executive at North Star, said: “This recognition of our approach and commitment to wellbeing is a fantastic achievement for North Star. We pride ourselves in delivering services that put people at the forefront of everything we do and we are delighted to see that this work has been recognised in such an important manner.”

Stephen Howard, Chief Executive, Business in the Community, said: “We know that every day businesses contribute towards more resilient communities, stimulate local economies, help to create skilled and healthy workforces and tackle environmental challenges.

“Today’s Responsible Business Awards shortlist represents the very best of business. Celebrating their stories helps raise awareness of business as a powerful force for good.”

All shortlisted companies will be celebrated through a series of Responsible Business Gala events taking place across the country in June.

The Awards winners are announced at BITC’s Annual Responsible Business Gala in London on 11 July.