Provost Kenneth Duffy presented Employer Charter awards to the companies at an event marking the achievements of organisations which have received the accreditation.

The charter is based around four commitments by employers: to pay all staff the Real Living Wage; employ North Lanarkshire residents; use local businesses in the supply chain where possible; and ensure fair work practices which attract and retain employees.

Businesses which achieve two or more of these commitments receive a bronze, silver or gold accreditation. Membership of the charter is free.

“Congratulations to all the businesses and charities on the awards which highlight their commitment to investing in their employees, being a positive employer and a responsible business,” said Provost Kenneth Duffy.

“Our Employer Charter delivers benefits for both employers and employees as well as supporting our continuing work to develop a sustainable, diverse economy in North Lanarkshire.”

Hotworx in Bellshill provides gas boiler, renewables and oil boiler central heating servicing, installation and repairs. The Gas Safe and OFTEC accredited team install heating systems, offering a long-term quality guarantee and high quality after sales service. The company received Silver accreditation.

Saltire Facilities Management, based in Bellshill, is one of the UK’s largest property services providers, and partner to public sector organisations, serving social housing tenants and private homeowners. It specialises in renewables, gas services and electrical works. The company received Silver accreditation.

Belshill based Document Data Group Ltd specialises in printers/photocopiers, document management, IT support, and telecoms and broadband. They support organisations with the flow of documents from print to secure storage. The company received Bronze accreditation.

Igne in Bellshill provides a comprehensive range of construction materials and geotechnical testing services. These include testing soils, aggregates, rock, concrete, asphalt, and support sectors including infrastructure, utilities, energy and housing by providing accurate UKAS accredited test data. The company received Silver accreditation.

NL Carers Together, based in Motherwell, are contracted by University Health and Social Care North Lanarkshire and North Lanarkshire Council to provide a range of support services to local carers. The organisation received Gold accreditation.

Greenerleaf Estate Maintenance Ltd in Coatbridge delivers a wide range of environmental works including specialist cleaning, end of tenancy property clearances, ground works, pest control and fumigation. The company received Silver accreditation.

Cliftonville & Coatdyke Community Group is a volunteer-led, not-for-profit organisation and community hub based in Coatbridge, providing a welcoming, inclusive space that supports people of all ages through community-led activities, events, and services. The group received Bronze accreditation.

Airdrie based charity Lanarkshire Carers provides information, advice and support to people who care. They are commissioned by University Health and Social Care North Lanarkshire and South Lanarkshire University Health and Social Care Partnership to provide Adult Carer Support Services to local carers. The charity received Gold accreditation.

BEC Machined Plastics and Engineering Supplies in Cumbernauld manufacture and supply high-quality, precision-engineered components to industries such as renewables, oil and gas, subsea, and defence and help customers find the best engineering solutions for their applications. The company received Silver accreditation.

G4 Claims is a family run Wishaw-based accident management company. They have built a strong reputation for offering high levels of customer service, taking the stress out of a car accident. The company received Gold accreditation.

Ponies Help Children in Harthill rescues ponies and encourages and nurtures bonds between them and children and young people. This bond supports the development of emotional resilience. trust, and social inclusion, as well as promoting mental and physical well-being. The charity received Silver accreditation.

Bells Food Group in Shotts is a family run company operating for over 90 years. With over 80% of shell pie sales in Scotland being Bells pies, the brand has become a household name. The company received Silver accreditation.

Morgan Sindall, based in Motherwell, are a group of specialist businesses, delivering housing and mixed-use partnership schemes, fit out and construction services across the UK for the public, commercial and regulated sectors. The company received Gold accreditation.

FBD Consultancy are an experienced business growth specialist, and accountancy and tax practice based in Dennyloanhead. They work according to their core values that keep the focus on delivering quality, friendly service to their clients. The company received Silver accreditation.