XPS Pensions Group has signed up to support the Valuable 500, a global movement which puts ‘disability inclusion’ on the business leadership agenda.

The pensions consultancy says it is part of its commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can do well.

XPS works with a number of external organisations and groups on diversity issues and says it believes that these relationships play an important role in bringing about change.

The support for the Valuable 500 is a “demonstration of the commitment within XPS to provide equal opportunities for disabled employees,” says the firm.

 Paul Cuff, co-CEO at XPS Pensions Group, said: “I am pleased to announce that XPS has become a signatory to the Valuable 500. 

“This announcement (on International Day of People with Disabilities), marks an opportunity for businesses to think about their culture and the opportunities they offer to colleagues with disabilities. 

“We, at XPS, are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive and progress, and where diversity and disability inclusion is an integral part of our agenda. Disability can be a sensory, mental or physical impairment that can impact one’s ability to undertake normal daily activities however, it should not exclude them from the opportunity to succeed at work.”

 Caroline Casey, founder of The Valuable 500, said: “We are delighted to welcome XPS Pensions Group as members of the Valuable 500. Their understanding and commitment is important to the movement of disability inclusion in the financial services sector. 

“Our global movement is putting disability on the business leadership agenda. Through joining our inclusion revolution, businesses have the opportunity to improve growth, drive innovation and improve brand reputation. We believe everyone has a unique perspective and when disabled people are included, we all win.”