The Best Western Royal Clifton Hotel and Spa is keenly aware of its duties and responsibilities to the environment and to the community. We are committed to the following practices and principles to enable us to meet and exceed our community responsibilities, expectations and legislation.
- Running an efficient and successful Hotel supporting the local economy by being a responsible major employer in the area.
- Carrying out our business by the most environmentally and socially aware practises practicable.
- Constant monitoring and updating of practices and staff training.

Current CSR initiatives implemented and undertaken

Waste limitation and management:

- Mindful of the cost of energy, raw materials and labour involved in production the ordering of all items is carefully controlled to minimise waste. Bulk purchasing is also used where possible to minimise packaging.
- The use of lighting, heating and air conditioning is constantly monitored to ensure these resources are not wasted whilst not compromising comfort standards.
- Low energy light bulbs have been installed wherever possible.
- Email communication is only printed when necessary.
- Advertising and bookings are encouraged via the Hotel and Best Western web sites to reduce paperwork.
- Drip irrigation system is used for hanging baskets to reduce water evaporation and wastage
- Our gardens and planters are planted with low irrigation needing plants and designed to benefit from natural irrigation.
- Small kettles using less energy are supplied to guest rooms.

Recycling:

- All Hotel waste paper and cardboard is separated from general waste for recycling.
- Scrap paper is reused where possible for note taking.
- Printer cartridges are recycled where possible for charity.
- Stationery items are reused wherever possible.
- Cooking oil is collected by a licensed contractor and recycled or used for bio diesel.
- All glass and bottles are recycled.
- Used postage stamps are collected for charity.
- Towels are reused as requested by guests.
- Bedroom and restaurant linen is changed at intervals that does not compromise our standards or the comfort of our guests whilst economising on usage.

Support for the local community:

- The Hotel is a keen supporter and participant in the school work experience programme.
- Hotel directors and staff take leading parts in community groups and organsations.
- Charitable donations are made to local charities.
- All foodstuffs are purchased from local suppliers wherever possible.
- The Hotel is a member and promoter of Business Network International (BNI). BNI members meet weekly at the Hotel and encourage the networking and co-operation of local businesses.
- The Rotary Club of Southport meets weekly at the Hotel and is provided with a meeting room.
- The Hotel can offer discounted accommodation rates to local businesses, subject to availability.
- Promotional materials for local facilities and attractions are displayed and readily available to guests.
- Corporate hospitality is conducted supporting local facilities and attractions.
- The Hotel supports and participates in the annual Southport Flower Show and many other events, promoting all aspects of living.
- The Hotel conducts its business with regard to the immediate neighbourhood and is mindful of light and noise pollution.
- The Hotel is carefully and continually maintained enhancing the overall appearance of the local area.

General:

- The Hotel is a member of the A.A. M.I.A and BW Hotels, which provides advice and support on our environmental initiatives.
- The Hotel has received a National Clean Air Award for its commitment in providing a smoke free environment from the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health.
- The Hotel encourages personal development by the staff and NVQ and North West Tourism training schemes are available for staff to attend during working hours.
- The Hotel has dedicated disabled parking, guest rooms and toilets.
- Best Western printed literature is carried out by The Aspen Group which is taking ongoing initiatives to support the environment including vegetable based links, elemental chlorine free paper and recycled paper.