ethical investment standards
Hackney Council is reviewing its ethical investment policy to ensure higher standards and reflect members' consultation.
Hackney Council established a working group in July 2026 to review its ethical investment policy, aiming to uphold a higher level of ethical investment and reflect members' consultation. The Responsible Investment Working Group will examine the current responsible investment and engagement policy and provide recommendations to the committee.
The working group, chaired by Councillor Izzy Castello-Cortez, includes several councillors and a Scheme Member Representative. This review focuses on the standards and principles guiding investments that align with ethical considerations, ensuring the council's investments meet these criteria.
Key facts
- Hackney Council established a working group to review its ethical investment policy in July 2026. Source
- The working group aims to uphold a higher level of ethical investment. Source
- The Responsible Investment Working Group is chaired by Councillor Izzy Castello-Cortez. Source
- The group will examine the current responsible investment and engagement policy. Source
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