pre release

Question 1

what are the four employee protection laws

Answer 1

• equality act
• health and safety at work act
• working time directive
• national minimum wage

Question 2

what does the equality act do

Answer 2

bans discrimination in all its forms

Question 3

what does the health and safety at work act do

Answer 3

employers and employees have a duty to keep the workplace safe for themselves

Question 4

what does the working time directive do

Answer 4

protects workers from undue stress and illness by limiting work hours

Question 5

what does the national minimum wage act do

Answer 5

required employees aged 25 and overto be paid the national living wage and those under 25 to be paid the national living minimum wage

Question 6

what is green peace

Answer 6

non-government enviromental organization that focuses on enviromental issues such as climate change, deforestation, overfishing, pollution and nuclear power
- they have participated in international climate conferences

Question 7

what can greenpeace do to influence the behaviour of a business

Answer 7

• public awareness campaigns - to inform consumers about the environmental practices of specific companies
• direct action and non-verbal protests - generate media coverage and public awareness, putting pressure on the targeted business to address environmental concerns
• corporate engagement and dialogue - engage direct dialogue with companies to discuss environmental concerns and propose solutions

boycotts and consumer activism- encourage consumers to boycott products or services from companies with environmental harmful practices

• lobbying and advocacy - engage in political lobbying to push for stronger environmental regulations and policies
• corporate research and exposes - conduct research on environmental practices of businesses and release reports or exposes to the public
• certification and partnership programs - Greenpeace may work with businesses to develop and implement certification programs or partnerships that promote environmentally friendly practices.
• shareholder activism - engage with shareholders to advocate for environmental resolutions at company meetings
• Alternative Solutions and Innovation Advocacy- promote and advocate for alternative, environmentally friendly solutions

Question 8

how has greenpeace influenced the behaviour of a business

Answer 8

• In the mid-2000s, Greenpeace targeted Apple for its use of toxic chemicals and unsustainable practices in the manufacturing of its products. As a result of sustained pressure, Apple made commitments to phase out hazardous substances and improve its environmental practices
• Greenpeace launched a campaign in 2014 against the partnership between LEGO and Shell. The campaign, which included a viral video featuring a reimagined LEGO Arctic landscape being destroyed by an oil spill, pressured LEGO to end its marketing partnership with Shell. Ultimately, LEGO decided not to renew its contract with Shell, signaling a victory for Greenpeace’s campaign.

Question 9

two advantages of greenpeace influencing business behaviour

Answer 9

enviromental convservation and sustainability
- By advocating for more environmentally friendly practices, Greenpeace helps businesses adopt measures that reduce their ecological footprint, mitigate climate change, and protect natural resources. This can contribute to the preservation of ecosystems, biodiversity, and the overall health of the planet.

public awareness and accountability - attract more media attention
- engage a broad audience and educating cusumers about the environmental impact of certain business practices

• increased awareness will lead to more environmentally conscious consumer base, influencing purchasing decisions and putting pressure on businesses to act responsibly
• holds companies accountable for their actions and encourages transparency in the operations, fostering a culture corporate responsibility