The Guardian - B Lab UK

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B Corp - A Simple Symbol, A Powerful Signal

Across the UK and around the world, a growing number of companies are proving that profit and purpose can go hand in hand.

Over 10,000 businesses globally have achieved B Corporation Certification — meeting rigorous standards for how they treat people, communities and the planet.

Together, they are redefining what business success looks like.

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Responsible business is in demand, and it delivers.

At a time when consumers have mounting reasons to scrutinise corporate claims, the UK public is looking to certifications like B Corp to guide their purchasing choices and investment decisions. Data from B Lab UK’s 10 Year Impact Report shows striking evidence of their success and impact. 

  • 63% of the UK public use certifications to help them make purchase decisions 
  • UK B Corps attract 18% more growth funding than comparable businesses
  • UK B Corp turnover growth is almost 7× higher than the UK SME average

  • 93% of B Corps survived COVID, versus 84% of UK businesses overall

  • B Corps are 26% more likely to pay the Real Living Wage

We saw it as a rubber stamp of approval. But it has been far more impactful than that. It has changed the way we run our businesses and how we measure success.”

Simon Rogerson

Founder and CEO of Octopus Group

Step forward as a leader

With over 2,600 businesses, the UK is now home to the largest B Corp community in the world. B Corps are proof that embedding purpose into business is not only feasible, but good for growth and resilience.

Become a B Corp and future-fit your company with B Corp Certification.