Social performance Throughout its existence, <strong>Tullow</strong> has strived to maintain a distinctive entrepreneurial culture and to recruit and retain high-quality people. Over <strong>the</strong> last 21 years <strong>the</strong> Group has had a commitment to developing quality long-term relationships with partners, communities, governments and individual employees. This commitment, combined with our programmes for developing and fostering internal talent, means <strong>Tullow</strong> is in excellent shape to capitalise and manage <strong>the</strong> exciting opportunities that are available to us. Our culture and values are based on respect for all, as well as individual and collective responsibility and authority. We treat everyone fairly and without discrimination, and we offer equal opportunities. Every employee has a stake in <strong>the</strong> Group’s success through our reward and recognition policies, which are market-based and competitive. We ensure a safe and healthy working environment, supported by clear policies, procedures and appropriate training. We encourage and support healthy living and achieving a work-life balance, offering flexible work practices across our three main offices in London, Dublin and Cape Town. Integrity in all our dealings <strong>Tullow</strong> has operations in 22 countries and over 250 employees, and <strong>the</strong> territories in which we operate vary widely. However <strong>the</strong> principles that guide us of ethical behaviour, integrity and honesty are constant. <strong>Tullow</strong> maintains <strong>the</strong> highest ethical standards in carrying out its business activities and acts within local regulations and laws at all times. Employees and contractors are expected to maintain <strong>the</strong> highest ethical standards and conduct in carrying out <strong>the</strong>ir duties and responsibilities on behalf of <strong>Tullow</strong>. Our people At <strong>Tullow</strong>, <strong>the</strong> Group Human Resources (HR) Manager, Georgina Baines, is based in <strong>the</strong> London head office and <strong>the</strong>re are six HR advisors spread across <strong>Tullow</strong>’s main offices. The HR team aims to support <strong>the</strong> development of <strong>the</strong> business in a pragmatic and progressive manner, keeping pace with <strong>the</strong> changing needs of <strong>Tullow</strong> as an organisation. HR policies are constantly reviewed to ensure that <strong>the</strong>y are appropriate and underpin <strong>Tullow</strong>’s core values. Reward and recognition policies, which form part of Employee Terms and Conditions, are regularly reviewed to ensure that we continue to attract and retain talented people and maintain our competitive advantage. We have progressive HR policies and practices, and will continue to improve in all people-related areas. We aim to be a great place to work and <strong>the</strong> employer of choice within <strong>the</strong> industry. Keeping people healthy Health, along with safety, is a top priority for <strong>Tullow</strong> and as part of our duty of care we have a number of initiatives to support a healthy lifestyle and work-life balance for our employees. Two of <strong>the</strong> key initiatives are flexible working and a global occupational healthcare programme. O<strong>the</strong>r activities include private health insurance where available or paid medical expenses for staff and <strong>the</strong>ir families, gym membership and fresh fruit for breakfast and snacks. Business ethics, anti-bribery, harassment, speaking up and equal opportunities are embedded in our employee policies, and form part of how we behave and do things. This is reflected in our long track record in areas where we work and contribute, and enables <strong>the</strong> Group to achieve long-term, sustainable and profitable growth. 30 <strong>Tullow</strong> <strong>Oil</strong> <strong>plc</strong> Corporate and Social Responsibility <strong>Report</strong> 2006
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