UK Government
Third-Party Verification

The UK government encourages organizations to undertake third-party verification of their carbon emissions and sustainability reporting.

Here are some key points regarding the UK government's stance on third-party verification:

1. Climate Reporting Requirements: The UK government has implemented regulations and reporting requirements for businesses and organizations to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related activities. While organizations are primarily responsible for reporting their data, third-party verification is often recommended or required to ensure the accuracy and reliability of reported information.
2. Environmental Reporting Guidelines: The UK government provides guidance and best practice recommendations for environmental reporting, including carbon emissions reporting. Many of these guidelines emphasize the importance of verification and assurance processes to validate reported data and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and international standards.
3. Corporate Reporting Requirements: The UK government encourages companies to adopt best practices in corporate reporting, including the disclosure of environmental and sustainability information. While reporting frameworks such as the UK Corporate Governance Code and the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) do not mandate third-party verification, they recognize its importance in providing credibility and assurance to stakeholders.
4. Public Sector Reporting: Government departments and public sector bodies in the UK are also required to report on their carbon emissions and sustainability performance. While third-party verification may not be mandatory in all cases, it is often considered good practice to ensure the accuracy and reliability of reported information.