Published 02-23-17
Issued by Barclays
Today, Barclays published its annual Citizenship performance in the Barclays PLC Annual Report 2016.
2016 marks the first year of Barclays’ Shared Growth Ambition – a new Citizenship strategy that concentrates efforts on those sectors of the economy where the bank can have the greatest impact and which will align with its core strength as a financial services institution:
Today, Barclays published its annual Citizenship performance in the Barclays PLC Annual Report 2016.
2016 marks the first year of Barclays’ Shared Growth Ambition – a new Citizenship strategy that concentrates efforts on those sectors of the economy where the bank can have the greatest impact and which will align with its core strength as a financial services institution:
"As we complete the restructuring of our bank we will stay wedded to a fundamental principle of finance: earn and maintain the trust of your customers and clients. Just as 327 years ago when we were founded, Barclays will be known for the way in which we do business and the integrity with which we operate, having a positive impact on society, while delivering shareholder value.”
James E. Staley, Group Chief Executive
Performance highlights in 2016 include:
Recognising specific stakeholder interest in more detailed technical information, Barclays has produced an Environmental Social Governance Supplement (formerly the ‘Citizenship Data Supplement’) to provide additional data and act as a guide to supporting information in the Annual Report and other disclosures.
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