The Top 100 Index is determined by the results of surveys of staff and customers completed by organisations that have embarked on an accreditation journey with the National Centre for Diversity.

Helen Bayne, director of human resources and strategy and business support, said: “Link is delighted to be part of the Top 100 companies in the UK. This shows our commitment to being an inclusive employer and provider of services, where valuing people is an important part of our mission statement.

“We recognise each individual is different and work with them to understand what is important to them. Working with the National Centre for Diversity has been most useful in sharing best practice and encouraging us to continue our efforts in this key aspect of our work.”

Solat Chaudhry, chief executive of the National Centre for Diversity, said: “We at the National Centre for Diversity know there are fantastic people right across the country; working hard to make their organisations, wider communities and the UK in general a better and more equitable place for us all. We commend you all for your hard work, we know this is a journey that never stops, and we’re here to support you all in that journey.”