Kompan Scotland Ltd designed and built an inclusive, pirate‑themed play area in Maryport, using recycled materials and local suppliers while improving accessibility for all children.

Key facts

Overview

Kompan Scotland Ltd designs, supplies, installs and maintains children’s play areas across Scotland and Northern England. Their work includes groundworks, play equipment installation and safer surfacing.

Kompan’s customers include private organisations, schools, local and district authorities, and charitable bodies.

Social value achievement

Measured outcomes from this project:

• £1,000 donated to North Lakes Foodbank (SOC07)
• non‑specialist materials supplied from the local area (ECO05)
• approximately 50% of workforce accommodation and food sourced locally (ECO05)
• structural items manufactured from recycled plastics and textiles (ENV05)
• inclusive equipment selected to ensure accessibility throughout the play area (SOC08)

Themes and priorities

Social value menu theme and reference: Economic (ECO05)
Priority: Delivering excellent public services

Social value menu theme and reference: Social (SOC08, SOC07)
Priority: Addressing inequalities

Social value menu theme and reference: Environmental (ENV05)
Priority: Environmental resilience and climate emergency

Wider benefits delivered

These wider benefits show how the project supported people, communities, the local economy and the environment.

Social value

Kompan contributed to addressing inequalities by designing the play area for accessibility and supporting food security through a £1,000 donation to North Lakes Foodbank.

Economic value

The project supported the local economy by sourcing non‑specialist materials from:

• Grange Quarries
• Handy Concrete
• Travis Perkins (Workington)
• GAP (Whitehaven)

Environmental value

Kompan works to minimise the carbon footprint of manufacturing and installing their products, selecting recycled materials and efficient construction processes.

Morgan Sindall delivered a range of social value activities at the Workington Innovation Centre, including employment, skills development, community engagement, mental‑health support and environmental initiatives.

Key facts

Overview

The Adult Work Experience Programme was created in collaboration with All Together Cumbria, the Department for Work and Pensions and Inspira.

The programme supported people who were long‑term unemployed or recently made redundant by offering a two‑week taster of working on a live construction site.

Activities took place at the Workington Innovation Centre.

Social value achievement

Measured outcomes from this project:

• first cohort - 4 adults, 148 hours of work experience (SOC04)
• second cohort - 5 adults, 24 weeks of training, 21 volunteer hours (SOC04)
• 1 participant gained paid employment with Morgan Sindall (SOC04)
• 5 participants gained employment and two undertook further training through Bootcamps (SOC04, ECO02)

Themes and priorities

Social value menu theme and reference: Social (SOC04)
Priority: Addressing inequalities

Social value menu theme and reference: Economic (ENC02)
Priority: Local economies that work for local people

Wider benefits delivered

These wider benefits show how the project supported people, communities, the local economy and the environment.

Social value

The programme helped people facing unemployment gain confidence, new skills and a clearer understanding of careers in construction.

Feedback from All Together Cumbria described the experience as highly positive, with participants feeling well supported by the site team. Most participants left the programme more confident working in a construction environment and several expressed interest in pursuing construction careers.

Economic value

The programme created meaningful pathways into employment and training. One participant secured paid work on the project, and several others progressed into jobs or further skills development through Bootcamps. Support also included CV writing and interview skills delivered by Morgan Sindall’s regional office staff.

Environmental value

While the core focus of this activity was employment and skills, the programme sat within a wider project that promotes sustainable construction practices and responsible site management.

Overview

The project team included an Operations Manager, Project Manager and Senior Site Manager who all live locally, with 2 members of the team originally from the area.

The team expressed pride in delivering a development in their own community, and partners working with Morgan Sindall fed back that they also felt proud to contribute to a project that strengthens the future of Workington.

Through the wider supply chain, the project has supported over 9 full‑time equivalent (FTE) positions, with this number expected to continue increasing as work progresses.

Activities were delivered at the Workington Innovation Centre and involved talented local people working in construction and related roles.

Social value achievement

Measured outcomes from this project:

• target for local employment - 3 FTE
• actual local employment achieved - 9 FTE (ECO02)

Themes and priorities

Social value menu theme and reference: Economic (ENC02)
Priority: Local economies that work for local people

Wider benefits delivered

These wider benefits show how the project supported people, communities, the local economy and the environment.

Social value

Local staff involvement created a strong sense of pride and ownership among the project team and partners. Being able to contribute to a major development in their own community helped strengthen connections between the workforce and the local area.

Economic value

By significantly exceeding the local employment target of 3 FTE, the project generated wider economic benefit for Workington and the surrounding area.

The supply chain played a major role by bringing skilled workers from within a 20‑mile radius, contributing to a monetised social value figure of £286,883, compared to the original target of £93,855.

Environmental value

While this strand focused primarily on employment, the project’s commitment to local recruitment also reduced travel requirements for staff and supply‑chain partners, lowering transport‑related environmental impacts.

Overview

As Platinum supporters of the Lakes College Employer Pledge, Morgan Sindall partnered with Morgan Sindall Infrastructure to offer T‑level placements at the Workington Innovation Centre.

One student completed a paid summer placement through the Business and Administration T‑level, while another began a placement with the Project Manager and Site Manager to learn about business systems and project management before applying for an apprenticeship with Sellafield.

This placement is designed to cover the required 9 week T‑level work experience period, with attendance one day a week plus college break periods.

The programme supports students by exposing them to live construction projects, professional working environments and real‑world decision‑making.

Social value achievement

Measured outcomes from this project:

• two paid placements (12 weeks each) (SOC04)
• 1 student continued on site unpaid due to positive experience (SOC04)

Themes and priorities

Social value menu theme and reference: Social (SOC04)
Priority: Addressing inequalities

Wider benefits delivered

These wider benefits show how the project supported people, communities, the local economy and the environment.

Social value

The Employer Pledge placements helped young people gain hands‑on experience in construction, develop confidence and understand potential career pathways.

Feedback showed that the experience was valued, with one student continuing on site one day a week unpaid because the placement was so positive and beneficial.

Economic value

Providing paid placements directly supported young people entering the workforce. The partnership with Lakes College and the involvement of Morgan Sindall Infrastructure created structured routes into employment and future apprenticeships in the local economy.

Environmental value

While the focus of this activity was on training and skills, students gained insight into sustainable construction practices embedded within the Workington Innovation Centre project.

Overview

Working with Little Blackbird and the U15 coach at Zebra Rugby, Morgan Sindall delivered a pilot mental‑health programme for young men.

The project was designed in recognition of the high suicide rates among young men in Cumbria and the cultural barriers that can prevent open discussion about wellbeing. The programme also drew parallels with the experiences of adult men working on construction sites, where similar cultural pressures exist.

The activity took place at the Workington Innovation Centre and aimed to provide honest conversations about mental health, challenge unhelpful stereotypes and promote early support.

The project produced a film aimed at supporting other young adults. Watch “The Man I Want to Become” on YouTube.

Social value achievement

Measured outcomes from this project:

• 2 training sessions and 2 site visits with career and mental‑health discussions (SOC02)
• film created and shared widely to support young men’s mental health (SOC02)

Themes and priorities

Social value menu theme and reference: Social (SOC02)
Priority: Addressing inequalities

Wider benefits delivered

These wider benefits show how the project supported people, communities, the local economy and the environment.

Social value

The pilot opened up conversations about mental health among young men in Workington, helping challenge stigma and supporting honest discussion.

Linking the experiences of teenage rugby players with construction workers highlighted shared pressures and helped encourage young men to access support sooner. The resulting film continues to reach wider audiences and is available for other young people to view.

Economic value

By involving construction staff as role models, the programme helped young men understand the realities of working in the industry and the support available. This may encourage more young people to consider construction careers, strengthening future local recruitment.

Environmental value

While the core focus was mental health, the work took place within a project that promotes sustainable construction practices at the Workington Innovation Centre.

Overview

The Line is an environmental project due for completion in February/March 2026. Further detail will become available as the project progresses.

Social value achievement

Measured outcomes from this project:

• environmental project activity (ENV07)

Themes and priorities

Social value menu theme and reference: Environmental (ENV07)
Priority: Environmental resilience and climate emergency

Overview

Local spend on the project exceeds projected targets, with updated figures to be confirmed at project completion.

Social value achievement

Measured outcomes from this project:

• local spend exceeding projections (ECO05)

Themes and priorities

Social value menu theme and reference: Economic (ECO05)
Priority: Delivering excellent public services

The Stroke Association provides tailored support for stroke survivors and carers across Cumberland, helping people rebuild their lives while delivering wider social and environmental benefits.

Key facts

Overview

The Stroke Association is the UK’s leading charity supporting people after stroke. They have delivered Stroke Support Services in Cumberland since 2013, working alongside stroke survivors and carers to plan and work towards recovery. This includes secondary prevention, emotional support and activity based on the Stepped Care model for Psychological Intervention after Stroke (Level 1).

Their two Stroke Support Coordinators cover 40 areas of need and provide support across the full Cumberland Council footprint.

The service links closely with stroke groups and community organisations. Coordinators attend community events, run Health and Wellbeing workshops and help residents access wider support. Workshop feedback shows increased understanding of stroke, improved confidence and motivation to re‑engage socially.

The team is also involved in the Copeland Community Stroke Prevention Project, including awareness‑raising and screening. Coordinators continue to increase awareness of stroke through targeted engagement and outreach.

Social value achievement

Measured outcomes from this project:

• community stroke prevention - 2,000 individuals tested, 200 potential GP referrals to prevent future strokes (SOC06)
• supporting helping working-age stroke survivors return to work - 43% supported are of working age (SOC06)
• reduced transport emissions per employee by almost two‑thirds through remote working and public transport (ENV01, ENV04)
• reduced printing and waste through digital resources and reuse approaches (ENV05)

Themes and priorities

Social value menu theme and reference: Social (SOC06)
Priority: Addressing inequalities

Social value menu theme and reference: Environmental (ENV01, ENV04, ENV05)
Priority: Environmental resilience and climate emergency

Wider benefits delivered

These wider benefits show how the project supported people, communities, the local economy and the environment.

Social value

The Stroke Association supports people to manage the long‑term effects of stroke, helping survivors build confidence and re‑engage with their communities.

Strong links with local stroke groups allow people to access additional support, and ongoing workshops improve understanding, motivation and social participation. This work reduces long‑term dependency on health and social care services.

Economic value

By supporting recovery and preventing avoidable health deterioration, the service helps reduce pressures on wider public services. Coordinators also work with partners and voluntary organisations to improve access to resources that support independence and wellbeing.

Environmental value

The Stroke Association is improving its environmental sustainability. Remote working has reduced emissions per employee by almost two‑thirds since 2020.

The charity continues to monitor and reduce energy use, promotes lift sharing and online meetings, and encourages staff and volunteers to adopt energy‑saving habits.

Work is supported by an Environmental Oversight Group and contributes to the organisation’s Carbon Reduction Plan and the UK Government’s Net Zero strategy.

Biffa delivers quarterly social value activities across Cumberland as part of the Waste Disposal Services Inter Authority Agreement, supporting sustainability goals and community engagement.

Key facts

Overview

Biffa is a private business delivering waste disposal services across Cumbria under the Inter Authority Agreement.

Residents across Cumberland are the primary customers for these services.

Social value achievement

Measured outcomes from this project:

• school visits and presentations - 6 schools, 17 hours, 371 pupils (ENV07)
• community events - 4 hours, 45 attendees (ECO07)
• volunteering event (sponsored walk) - 8.5 hours, £678 raised (SOC03)
• sustainability initiative - 120 bicycles recycled across 5 parishes (ENV05)

Themes and priorities

Social value menu theme and reference: Social (SOC03)
Priority: Addressing inequalities

Social value menu theme and reference: Environmental (ENV07, ENV05)
Priority: Environmental resilience and climate emergency

Social value menu theme and reference: Economic (ECO07)
Priority: Delivering excellent public services

Wider benefits delivered

These wider benefits show how the project supported people, communities, the local economy and the environment.

Social value

Biffa delivers quarterly activities that create opportunities for children and young people to reach their potential. This includes school visits, community events and site tours that raise awareness about waste, recycling and sustainability. Their work strengthens community connections and helps young people understand environmental issues.

Biffa also supports local charities, raising £678 for Every Life Matters during the Keswick to Barrow event in May 2025. Across ten events, Team Biffa has raised more than £11,200 for charities including North West Air Ambulance, Every Life Matters and St Mary’s Hospice.

Economic value

Biffa works with local businesses and partners to deliver environmental, economic and social benefits. Public liaison meetings support communication, collaboration and community confidence in waste services.

Environmental value

Environmental activities form a core part of Biffa’s programme in Cumberland. This includes HWRC Rebike initiatives and the Aids for Daily Living recycling campaign, which reduce waste, support reuse and promote responsible disposal practices. These activities contribute to local sustainability goals and help address the climate emergency.

Biffa continued its programme of quarterly social value activities across Cumberland, supporting sustainability, education and community engagement.

Key facts

Overview

Biffa is a private business delivering waste disposal services across Cumbria under the Inter Authority Agreement.

Residents across Cumberland are the primary customers for these services.

Social value achievement

Measured outcomes from this project:

• school visits and presentations - 4 schools, 14 hours, 1,446 pupils (ENV07)
• community events - 12 hours, 256 attendees (ECO07)
• public liaison meetings - 3 hours, 7 attendees (SOC06)
• Aids for Living sustainability campaign - 84 items recycled across 4 parishes (ENV05)

Themes and priorities

Social value menu theme and reference: Social (SOC06)
Priority: Addressing inequalities

Social value menu theme and reference: Environmental (ENV07, ENV05)
Priority: Environmental resilience and climate emergency

Social value menu theme and reference: Economic (ECO07)
Priority: Delivering excellent public services

Wider benefits delivered

These wider benefits show how the project supported people, communities, the local economy and the environment.

Social value

Biffa delivered a range of quarterly activities designed to help children and young people reach their potential. School visits, community events and site tours provided learning about waste, recycling and environmental responsibility.

This quarter also included a “What Happens to Your Waste?” talk and targeted support for school‑based climate activities.

Positive feedback was received from Nelson Thomlinson School, Uldale & Ireby WI and Crosby on Eden School, highlighting the value of these activities for learning, confidence and community engagement.

Economic value

Biffa continued working with local businesses and partners to deliver environmental, economic and social benefit. Community presentations and public liaison meetings helped maintain strong links between Biffa, residents and local organisations, supporting transparency and collaboration.

Environmental value

Environmental work remained a central theme this quarter, including the Aids for Daily Living recycling campaign delivered through HWRCs. These activities help reduce waste, support reuse and contribute to local action on the climate emergency.

Biffa delivered a wide range of social value activities across Cumberland in Quarter 3, including education, community engagement and environmental awareness work.

Key facts

Overview

Biffa is a private business delivering waste disposal services across Cumbria under the Waste Disposal Services Inter Authority Agreement.

In Quarter 3 of 2025 to 2026, activities focused on supporting sustainability goals and providing efficient, cost‑effective waste management for residents.

Cumberland Fire and Rescue Service also carried out a vape‑explosion demonstration at Northern Resource Park, which was filmed and reported by local media.

Activities were delivered for residents across the Cumberland area.

Social value achievement

Measured outcomes from this project:

• school visits, presentations and mock interviews - 3 schools, 11 hours, 345 pupils (ECO01)
• community events - 5 hours, 12 attendees (ECO07)
• team building and employee wellbeing - 19 hours, 57 staff (SOC06)
• Aids for Living sustainability campaign - 45 items recycled across 3 parishes (ENV05)

Themes and priorities

Social value menu theme and reference: Social (SOC06)
Priority: Addressing inequalities

Social value menu theme and reference: Environmental (ENV05)
Priority: Environmental resilience and climate emergency

Social value menu theme and reference: Economic (ECO01, ECO07)
Priority: Local economies that work for local people

Wider benefits delivered

These wider benefits show how the project supported people, communities, the local economy and the environment.

Social value

Quarter 3 included a range of school and community activities. Schools involved included:

• Energy Coast UTC (mock interviews)
• Gretna School (The Importance of Recycling)
• Netherhall School (World of Work)

Biffa also delivered community events, site tours and a team‑building day for staff. Ahead of World Mental Health Day and Healthy Eating presentations, a staff wellbeing survey was carried out, with results shared across the workforce.

Additional feedback from schools and community groups highlighted the value of these activities. Positive comments came from events such as the Future Proofing Cumbria visit at Northern Resource Park, Energy Coast UTC mock interviews, Gretna Primary School activities and Netherhall School’s World of Work morning.

Economic value

Biffa continued to work with local businesses and partners to deliver environmental, economic and social benefit. Community presentations supported engagement with residents and strengthened relationships across the Cumberland area.

Environmental value

Environmental activity remained a core part of Quarter 3 delivery. The Aids for Daily Living recycling campaign continued through HWRCs, supporting waste reduction and reuse. The Baa‑ttery Competition also promoted battery safety and recycling, supported by new educational materials, animated videos and public awareness activity.