Environmental Policy

Policy Statement
Highland Fayre Ltd is committed to minimising our environmental impact and promoting sustainability in every aspect of our business. As a company specialising in premium hampers and gifts, we recognise our responsibility to protect the environment and contribute positively to our local and global communities.

Our Commitment

Sustainable Sourcing
Prioritise suppliers that demonstrate environmentally responsible practices, including
sustainable farming, manufacturing, and packaging.

Support local and UK-based producers to reduce the carbon footprint associated with
transportation.

Waste Reduction
Use recyclable, reusable, or compostable packaging materials wherever reasonably practicable.

Minimise waste through efficient production, packing, and fulfilment processes.
Promote recycling and waste segregation within our operations and encourage customers to recycle packaging materials.

Energy Efficiency
Reduce energy consumption by adopting energy-efficient equipment, technologies, and working practices.

Where feasible, source electricity from renewable or low‑carbon energy providers.

Transportation & Logistics
Optimise delivery routes and consolidate shipments where possible to reduce emissions.

Work with logistics and courier partners that demonstrate a commitment to reducing
environmental impact.

Review opportunities for low‑emission and alternative fuel options as part of future transport planning.

Employee Engagement
Educate and empower our team to adopt environmentally friendly practices in the workplace.

Encourage a culture of sustainability through regular training and awareness initiatives.
Legal Compliance & Pollution Prevention.

Comply with all applicable environmental legislation, regulations, and codes of practice.

Take all reasonable steps to prevent pollution to land, air, and water arising from our activities.

Continuous Improvement
Regularly review and update our practices to align with new environmental standards and
innovations.

Monitor our environmental performance and set measurable goals for improvement.

Our Goal
Reduce single-use plastics across all product ranges.

Achieve a minimum of 90% recyclable packaging materials by 2030.

Work towards a carbon-neutral operation by 2030.

Responsibilities
Overall responsibility for environmental performance rests with senior management.

All employees are responsible for working in accordance with this policy and supporting
environmental objectives.

Communication & Review
This Environmental Policy is communicated to all employees and made available to relevant interested parties upon request.

The policy will be reviewed annually, or sooner if significant changes to the business or environmental legislation occur.

Commitment Statement
We are committed to upholding these principles and partnering with customers, suppliers, and communities to drive sustainable practices. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in protecting our planet for future generations.