Social Value & Community Impact
Supporting local people, strengthening communities, and creating long-term positive outcomes across the North West.
Our Approach to Social Value
At PDP Property Services Ltd, social value is about making a practical contribution to the communities in which we live and work.
As a Lancashire-based business, we support local employment, invest in apprenticeships and training, and use local suppliers and subcontractors wherever practical.
Through our work with local authorities, education, emergency services and other public-sector organisations, we look for opportunities to create wider benefits beyond the work we deliver.
For PDP, social value is about supporting local people, investing in skills and contributing to the communities around us.
How We Deliver Social Value
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Local Employment & Skills
We are committed to supporting local employment and developing our workforce. We provide opportunities for people to gain practical experience, develop their skills and achieve relevant training and qualifications.
Through apprenticeships, on-the-job training and continued development, we help our employees build long-term skills across construction, building maintenance, joinery and painting and decorating.
Where possible, we recruit locally, helping to retain skills and employment within Lancashire and the wider North West.
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Apprenticeships & Training
PDP has a long history of supporting apprentices and helping people develop a career within the construction industry.
We provide opportunities to gain recognised qualifications alongside practical, on-site experience, helping apprentices develop the skills and knowledge needed to progress within their chosen trade.
We also invest in the ongoing training and development of our existing workforce, ensuring our employees continue to develop their skills and maintain the training required for the work they undertake.
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Supporting Local Supply Chains
Where possible, we use local suppliers, approved subcontractors and hire companies across Lancashire and the North West, helping to keep our supply chain close to the areas in which we work.
Sourcing locally helps us support local businesses, reduce unnecessary travel and respond quickly to both planned and reactive works. It also allows us to build strong, long-term relationships with suppliers and subcontractors we know and trust.
By keeping our supply chain local wherever practical, we help retain investment within the region while maintaining a reliable and responsive service for our client
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Fairness, Inclusion & Opportunity
At PDP, we are committed to providing a fair, respectful and supportive working environment where everyone is treated properly and given the opportunity to develop.
We provide equal opportunities in recruitment, training and progression and expect the same standards of behaviour from our employees and subcontractors.
Discrimination, bullying, harassment or inappropriate behaviour is not accepted, whether within our workplace, on site or when dealing with clients and members of the public.
Community Support & Sponsorship
At PDP Property Services Ltd, we believe in giving something back to the communities in which we live and work.
We support and sponsor local sports clubs, community organisations and local initiatives that provide opportunities for people of all ages and help encourage participation, teamwork and wellbeing.
Our support can include sponsorship, practical assistance and involvement with local organisations, helping them continue the work they do within their communities.
As a Lancashire-based business, we feel it is important that our contribution goes beyond the projects we deliver. Where possible, we aim to build long-term relationships with the organisations we support and make a positive contribution to the local area.
Supporting our communities forms an important part of PDP's wider social value commitment, alongside local employment, apprenticeships, training and the use of local suppliers.
OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS
At PDP Property Services Ltd, we are proud to support local sports clubs, community organisations and individuals across Lancashire.
Our sponsorships form part of our wider commitment to supporting the communities in which we live and work, encouraging participation in sport and helping local clubs continue to provide opportunities for people of all ages.
VALE OF LUNE RUGBY CLUB
We are proud to support Vale of Lune Rugby Club, a well-established local club that plays an important role within the Lancaster community.
Our sponsorship helps support the club and the opportunities it provides for players, members and the wider community to get involved in rugby and local sport.
ASTLEY & BUCKSHAW U10s FOOTBALL CLUB
PDP is pleased to support Astley & Buckshaw U10s Football Club, helping to encourage young people to get involved in grassroots football.
The club provides a positive environment for young players to develop their football skills, confidence and teamwork, while enjoying being part of a local team.
WARTON CRICKET CLUB
We are proud to support Warton Cricket Club for the 2026 season, including player and match ball sponsorship.
Our sponsorship helps contribute towards the continued running of the club and supports the opportunities it provides for players and the local community to participate in and enjoy local cricket.
SUPPORTING OUR OWN PEOPLE
Our commitment to supporting people also extends to our own workforce.
PDP currently sponsors one of our employees in his football career, helping him pursue his sporting ambitions alongside his employment with the company.
We believe it is important to support the interests and development of our employees both inside and outside of the workplace, and we are proud to be able to support one of our own in his sporting career.
Through these partnerships and sponsorships, PDP aims to make a practical contribution to local sport and the communities around us, alongside the local employment, training, apprenticeships and supply-chain opportunities we provide through our day-to-day work.
Our Commitment
We are committed to continuing our support for local clubs, teams and community organisations and aim to grow our involvement as PDP continues to develop.
We look for opportunities where our support can make a genuine difference locally, whether through sponsorship, practical support or helping organisations within the communities where we live and work.
If your club or community organisation is looking for sponsorship or support, we would be happy to hear from you. Please get in touch with our team to tell us a little more about your organisation and how we may be able to help.
Measured Social Value Performance
We believe social value should be demonstrated through what we actually do, not just what we promise.
We monitor our contribution across areas including local employment, apprenticeships and training, use of local suppliers, sustainability and community sponsorship.
This helps us understand the wider impact of our work and provides our clients with clear evidence of the social value delivered through our projects and frameworks.
Employment & Skills
75% Local Workforce
A significant proportion of our workforce is recruited from within Lancashire and the surrounding area, supporting local employment and skills.
100% Enhanced DBS Checked Operatives
All PDP operatives hold Enhanced DBS checks, supporting our work within schools, care facilities and other sensitive environments.
Experienced Workforce
Our team includes experienced tradespeople across building, maintenance, joinery and painting and decorating.
Ongoing Skills Development
We continue to invest in relevant trade, Health & Safety and specialist training to develop the skills of our workforce.
Apprenticeships & Training
Apprentices & Trainees
We continue to invest in the next generation by providing apprenticeship and training opportunities within our workforce.
Recognised Qualifications
Our apprentices work towards recognised trade qualifications while gaining practical, hands-on experience.
Learning on the Job
Apprentices work alongside experienced tradespeople, developing their skills through real projects and day-to-day maintenance works.
Progression & Careers
Where opportunities are available, we aim to retain apprentices after completing their training and support their progression within PDP.
Local Supply Chain
70% North West Based
Around 70% of our suppliers and subcontractors are based within the North West, helping us keep our supply chain local.
Supporting Local Businesses
Where practical, we source materials, plant and specialist services from local suppliers and SMEs.
Established Relationships
We have built long-standing relationships with many of our suppliers and subcontractors, giving us a reliable and responsive supply chain.
Reducing Travel
Using suppliers close to the areas where we work helps reduce unnecessary travel and allows us to respond quickly to planned and reactive works.
Sustainability & Enviromental Impact
Waste & Recycling
We segregate and recycle construction waste wherever facilities and waste streams allow, helping to reduce unnecessary waste to landfill.
Reducing Travel
Job planning, route scheduling and tracked company vehicles help us reduce unnecessary journeys between sites.
Responsible Materials
Where practical, we use responsibly sourced materials and work with established local suppliers.
Digital Job Management
We use Tradify for job records, photographs, forms and documentation, helping reduce our reliance on paper-based records.
Repair & Reuse
Where appropriate, we repair and improve existing building components rather than automatically replacing them, helping extend their usable life and reduce waste.