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Introduction to CCLA’s deposit funds

The last year has been a roller coaster ride for UK interest rates, yet many banks and building societies are not passing on the benefits of recent rate hikes. Hear from Sid Mehta, Fund Manager at CCLA, about how we manage our deposit funds.

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CCLA retains its status as a signatory to the UK Stewardship Code

We are delighted to remain a signatory to the code and pleased that the council recognises our ongoing work in meeting the expected standard of reporting.

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Our approach to asset allocation

Our goal is to generate investment returns that pay income and preserve and grow assets for our clients over the long term. We keep an open mind as to the best sources of return in years to come. Ben Funnell, Head of Investment Solutions at CCLA, explains our approach to asset allocation.

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CCLA hires Tessa Younger as stewardship lead to boost engagement on climate and environmental issues

CCLA appoints Tessa Younger to lead CCLA’s ‘Better Environment’ work, managing all stewardship on environmental issues, with the aim of driving clear improvements at the companies in which CCLA invests.

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Better World Series: Interview with Dieter Helm

In the fifth episode of a CCLA sponsored series, Dieter Helm, Professor of Economic Policy, University of Oxford, talks to Net Zero Investor. The interview looks at the financial industry's approach to the climate crisis, the importance of introducing carbon tax, scope 3 emissions and the value of carbon offsetting.

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Response to the FCA’s sustainable finance labels and SDR consultation

CCLA responds to a selection of the questions and topics raised in the Financial Conduct Authority’s Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) and Investment Labels Consultation Paper.

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The year ahead – economic recession, market recovery

If 2021 was all about inflation and 2022 was all about interest rates, what can we expect in 2023? Ben Funnell, Head of Investment Solutions, shares what he think lies ahead this year.

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Investors unite to ask firms to address plight of migrant seasonal workers

CCLA convenes 10 investors to sign an investor statement calling for retailers and firms in and directly sourcing from the UK agricultural supply chain to protect migrant seasonal workers from paying recruitment fees leaving them in danger of debt bondage.