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| Comprehensive |
Hilton Food Group PLC has demonstrated a comprehensive level of transparency in disclosing its climate lobbying activities. The company has clearly identified specific climate-related policies it has engaged with, such as the 'Defra Food Data Transparency Partnership,' the EU Code of Conduct on Responsible Food Business and Marketing Practices, and robust deforestation due diligence legislation within the UK and EU. It has also supported Defra in implementing UK legislation and aligned with the UK Government's Transition Plan Taskforce recommendations. Hilton Foods has disclosed its lobbying mechanisms, including direct engagement, participation in industry groups, and collaborative platforms such as the Seafood Ethics Action Alliance and the Food Network for Ethical Trade. Specific targets of its lobbying efforts, such as Defra and its Food Data Transparency Partnership, have been identified, providing clarity on both mechanisms and targets. Furthermore, the company has been transparent about the specific outcomes it seeks, including eliminating deforestation from its supply chains by 2025, advocating for high human rights and environmental standards, and achieving net zero emissions globally before 2050 with interim targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative. This level of detail and clarity illustrates Hilton Food Group PLC's comprehensive approach to disclosing its climate lobbying efforts and objectives.
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| Strong |
Hilton Foods demonstrates a strong governance process for climate lobbying alignment, supported by detailed oversight and accountability structures. The company explicitly states that "The Board is responsible for the long-term success of the group and has ultimate responsibility for approval of our Transition Plan and our strategic ambition, as well as the ongoing review of our progress." Additionally, the Sustainability Committee, chaired by Non-Executive Director Rebecca Shelley, oversees climate-related strategy, including the Transition Plan, and meets at least four times per year to monitor progress. Key individuals responsible for climate-related governance are identified, such as the Chief Executive, Steve Murrells, who has management responsibility for climate-change and environmental issues, and the Group Sustainability team, led by the Chief Quality and Sustainability Officer, which oversees carbon reduction projects and climate risk management. The company also actively monitors its engagement with trade organizations and industry bodies to ensure alignment with its strategic ambitions, stating that "Hilton Foods continuously monitors the organizations we engage with to ensure their goals are aligned with our strategic ambitions." While the evidence does not mention a published lobbying audit or detailed study of lobbying governance processes, Hilton Foods has established robust mechanisms to ensure alignment of its climate-related activities, including indirect lobbying through trade associations. This indicates strong governance.
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