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    We are a world leader in finding, mining and processing the Earth's mineral resources. We operate, and eventually close, our operations safely, responsibly and sustainably

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Principle 3

Businesses should uphold the freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining

GRI G3 indicators:    LA4, LA5, HR5
Our level of reporting:   Fully

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We recognise everyone's right to choose whether or not they wish to join a union.  Consistent with local labour laws our worldwide operations have a mixture of union and non union collective employment agreements and individual agreements.


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