Diversity

GSK is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the many different communities in which we operate.

We see this as a source of competitive advantage as well as the right thing to do. It helps us recruit, retain and motivate the best people, improves our ability to understand and respond to different customer needs and improves our contribution to the communities where we live and work.

We support equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, gender, age, religion, disability or sexual orientation. This is formalised in our global diversity policy.

Disability Review

We conducted a comprehensive Disability Review in the UK during 2004 to make sure GSK is meeting the needs of disabled employees and visitors. The Review covered accessibility of our UK locations, the GSK web and intranet sites and an audit of our employment policies.

During the Review we consulted with employee focus groups and external organisations, including the Royal National Institute for the Blind and the Employers Forum on Disability.

We carried out 21 audits to assess access to our sites and offices. They identified physical changes needed to improve access, which are now being implemented. We also provided training to our front of house employees so they know how to assist disabled visitors when necessary.

Our internet site was also assessed and we are making improvements to ensure it is compatible with browsers used by visually-impaired people. All job applications to GSK must now be made over the internet, so it is particularly important that the site is fully accessible and that help is readily available for disabled applicants.

We have also provided training for employees working in human resources, to make sure that disabled candidates receive equal consideration in our recruitment processes.

GSK received the UK Government's Two Ticks accreditation for its commitment to employing disabled people.