Jope, who has been in the role since January, was clear on the key social issues Unilever is looking to tackle. He said: “Climate change is real, inequality is unacceptable and plastic is a problem.”

He explained that although brands can make a huge difference, it is vital  stakeholders from outside business also push for a better world.

“These challenges of inequality and climate change are not things we are going to be able to tackle alone. We need business, government, civil society and citizens to come together to represent the change that we need.”

He concluded: “We are determined to prove once and for all that responsible business and sustainability is a path to better financial outcomes and that is our mission.”

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