The Covid-19 pandemic posed an unprecedented challenge for businesses in Aberdeen and indeed across the world. In those crucial early weeks when the pandemic took hold and lockdowns came into effect, the protection of employees, jobs, financial liquidity and in some cases survival was all consuming for many businesses. However, during this same period, many companies also sprang into action to assist the public response to the pandemic.
Our first Aberdeen Responsible Business event held in October 2020 aimed to build on the rapidly-activated partnerships emerging between industry, public services and the third sector. An invitation was made to responsible businesses to pledge their support to working with Community Planning Aberdeen (CPA), the strategic partnership for public services in the City, and continue to work together with public, private and the third sector to improve outcomes for people and communities.