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Money talks | Is big business really committed to social responsibility - or profit?

Is big business really committed to social responsibility - or profit?
Is big business really committed to social responsibility - or profit?

In this myGrapevine+ exclusive article, we look at the announcement that Centrica has recorded huge profits - and ask what this means for leadership. It includes:

  • A look at why there's been public anger at British Gas' parent company Centrica's announcement that it's resumed paying dividends to shareholders

  • How Centrica's CEO Chris O'Shea has defended that decision

  • Analysis exploring whether big businesses who've invested heavily in ESG will now be expected to put their money where their mouth is and demonstrate that they put people ahead of profit.

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