Morris & Spottiswood and Livingston Building Services Earn Platinum and Gold Membership in The 5% Club for Second Year Running

The Morris & Spottiswood Group is delighted to announce that, for the second year running, Morris & Spottiswood and Livingston Building Services have been awarded Platinum and Gold accredited memberships as part of The 5% Club’s esteemed 2024-25 Employer Audit Scheme. Both companies form part of the Group.

These accolades highlight the companies’ unwavering commitment to empowering its employees through “earn & learn” initiatives such as Apprenticeships, Graduate Schemes, and Sponsored Student Placements.

Achieving Platinum and Gold status is a testament to nurturing the growth and development of the workforce. It underscores the Group’s belief that investment in people is the cornerstone of success; through programs that offer hands-on learning, creating pathways for professional growth, equipping staff with the skills and confidence they need to thrive.

By being part of The 5% Club, both Morris & Spottiswood and Livingston Building Services proudly stand alongside over 1,100 forward-thinking employers who are dedicated to driving positive change. The 5% Club represents a powerful movement of companies working together to make workplace training more inclusive, diverse, and accessible. Collectively, members support 1.9 million employees, with more than 108,000 individuals participating in "earn and learn" schemes. The Employer Audit rigorously assesses our efforts, future ambitions, and commitment to social mobility, diversity, and inclusion, further strengthening our mission.

Susan Hughes, Morris & Spottiswood Group HR Director said, “We are proud of our continued investment in our people development programmes and are delighted to have retained Morris & Spottiswood’s Platinum accreditation for the second year running, alongside Livingston Building Services’ Gold accreditation, again for the second year. These awards reinforce our commitment to attracting and nurturing the best talent through our apprenticeship, trainee and graduate development programmes. The Construction industry continues to face significant skills shortages, and we understand that our team is the backbone to the success of our business. In order to achieve our continued growth, we recognise the importance of investing heavily in developing the necessary skills and competence across all levels of our workforce.”

Last year, The Club introduced the “top” tier of Platinum Membership that can be achieved through the Employer Audit Scheme. Platinum members are participants who have achieved Gold Membership in three consecutive years, and who in their third year have 10% or more staff members “earning and learning”.

Mark Cameron OBE, Chief Executive at The 5% Club, commented:

“We are incredibly proud of the outstanding employers, like Morris & Spottiswood and Livingston Building Services, who have gone above and beyond to invest in the future of their workforce through a diverse range of 'earn and learn' initiatives. Their dedication, especially during these challenging times, deserves to be celebrated. By achieving Platinum and Gold memberships, Morris & Spottiswood and Livingston Building Services have shown an exceptional commitment to shaping the skills of tomorrow, contributing not only to their business but to the wider economy.”

Gill Cronin, Director of Operations at The 5% Club, added:

"It is inspiring to witness the dedication and passion our members bring to providing meaningful career development opportunities. Morris & Spottiswood’s Platinum membership and Livingston Building Services’ Gold membership, highlights their leadership in creating impactful learning environments that prioritise inclusion and diversity. As we see 20% of our members reaching these prestigious tiers, it’s a true reflection of how companies are laying the groundwork for the future talent pipeline.”