Edinburgh firm among top 100 social enterprises in UK

An Edinburgh-based private security firm has been named among the top 100 social enterprises in the UK.

GTS solutions supplies guards, key holding services, event stewards and driving services, and returns its profits organising and funding training opportunities for people in sports and hospitality.

It has been recognised on the NatWest SE100, a list judging social enterprises on their growth, impact and resilience.

Applicants were asked to complete a comprehensive survey exploring key aspects of their business performance: from turnover, growth, profit and how effectively they manage their impact, to leadership, resilience and storytelling.

GTS Solutions Operations Director Tracey Smith said: “We are very pleased to be recognised again in the Index as one of the top 100 social enterprises operating in the UK today.

“It’s an honour to receive such an accolade and reflects the hard work a lot of people have been putting in. Our business continues to evolve and our focus remains as strong as ever on delivering our social aims and objectives.”

Megan Peat, CEO of NatWest Social & Community Capital, said: “Congratulations to all the social enterprises who have made it onto this year's lists.

“In such incredibly tough times, when we know many of you will be facing some significant challenges, it's important to recognise the incredible dedication and effort that the UK's social enterprises have shown in building business solutions to deliver a positive future for some of our most vulnerable and disadvantaged communities.”