Investment - Articles - Hymans Robertson signs up to Coronavirus Investor Statement

 The initiative recognises that the long-term viability of the companies is inextricably tied to the welfare of their stakeholders, including their employees, suppliers, customers and the communities in which they operate. As a signatory, the Hymans Robertson Plan supports the principles outlined by the Response in relation to the companies it invests in through the Plan. These relate to areas such as prioritising employee health and safety and demonstrating financial prudence throughout the current crisis. 

 Rona Train, Chair of the Governance Committee of the Hymans Robertson Staff Pension Plan comments on the decision to sign the statement: “COVID19 is a global threat which is already straining our social and financial systems. Everyone across the UK, and billions around the world, have been forced to adapt in some way as schools and workplaces are shut down and for many, business outlooks become less secure. The decision to add Hymans Robertson Pension Plan’s name to the Investor Statement really wasn’t difficult as the core values of our firm chime so closely with those articulated in the statement. Our environmental, social and governance (ESG) credentials are incredibly important to us and we take each element seriously across the firm, including in how our own staff pension plan is invested. We believe that well run companies will not only contribute positively to society during this difficult time but will also reap the benefits in terms of strong performance over the longer term.”

  Investor Statement on Coronavirus Response