Our ESG governance ESG and responsible business continued 25 Vodafone Group Plc Annual Report 2026 ESG is integral to our operations, reinforced by our ESG governance framework. We continue to enhance this framework to drive the effective delivery of our ESG initiatives while meeting evolving regulatory and reporting requirements. Our ESG governance model embeds environmental, social and governance considerations into our day-to-day management, while maintaining Board oversight. Our ESG governance model complements our broader governance structure, which facilitates effective decision-making and supports strategy delivery. Read more about the our governance model on page 74 R ead more about the Board and Board delegated Committees such as roles and division of responsibilities on pages 74 to 80 We recognise that ESG includes a broad range of topics, with each area requiring diverse expertise and cross-functional collaboration to effectively deliver each strategic initiative. For this reason progress on ESG topics is reported up to the Board via various Committees, determined by the appropriate route for the specific topic. R ead more about our material topics mapped against their accountable Committee on page 26 Each Committee is supported by senior leaders and business functions who are responsible for implementing ESG strategic initiatives and monitoring associated progress. The format of reporting on material topics may differ, as management aims to ensure that information is tailored appropriately to support the Committee in fulfilling its responsibilities. Where relevant, subject-matter experts contribute to joint papers, and papers may be shared across multiple Committees where topics overlap, ensuring consistent and informed decision-making.
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The ESG Committee is made up of Board members who oversee the approach to ESG and monitor our mission, providing strategic steer and challenge. Read more about the focus of the meetings on page 99 The ESG Committee and the Audit and Risk Committee (‘ARC’) meet at least annually to discuss our approach to reporting on ESG matters. Read more about the ARC on pages 92 to 97 Using the ESG Committee’s strategic direction the ESG and Reputation Committee (‘ESGR’), made up of Executive Committee members, provides oversight and direction to ensure delivery of our ESG initiatives and to ensure compliance with ESG regulations. Read more about the ESGR on page 75 We added the ESG Steering Committee (‘SteerCo’) as a further layer of governance into our model this year. The SteerCo is made up of our senior leadership team (‘SLT’) responsible for the delivery of our ESG initiatives. The key objectives are to build awareness, strengthen ownership and coordinate delivery of topics that fall within the remit of the ESG Committee. Programme progress is reviewed in quarterly meetings, supported by dashboard tracking to monitor initiatives, capture learnings, and strengthen cross‑functional and market collaboration. In parallel, the SteerCo aims to empower accountable owners to make aligned decisions, streamlining delivery and improving overall efficiency. This model ensures ESG considerations are embedded across our operations and decision- making, both from the bottom up and the top down. This two way approach reinforces ESG as an integral part of how we drive the business, as topics are discussed at every level and progress is reported to and monitored by the Board.
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