Annual Report 2016
Annual Report 2016
Financial In the year ended 31 March 2016 , the Group outperformed key financial targets including challenging budgets set for profitability , cash flow and net debt . This , along with year-on-year growth in all key measures of profitability , once again demonstrates the Group ’ s financial solidity .
Employees The success of the Group and its businesses is due principally to its employees and we thank them for their continued support , dedication and their ability and willingness to adapt and respond to continuing change . were met or exceeded . All of our divisions have invested in training and development of their employees , with a particular emphasis on both Apprenticeships and employee development .
Outlook The Group is in a strong position to continue to respond to the changing regulatory and commercial environment , maximise its opportunities and to continue to deliver its strategic objectives both in the short and longer terms .
The health and safety of our people is of paramount importance and it is pleasing to report that strong leadership , commitment , worker engagement and a constant message in this important area of the business all helped to ensure that all of the Group Health and Safety milestones
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