Alok Sharma MP opens Three UK’s new Reading HQ

By Sam Pither

13 June 2022

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Three welcomed the Reading West MP and UN COP26 Climate Conference President to cut the ribbon on their new headquarters.

The telecoms giant, who were previously split across two separate sites in Maidenhead and Reading, moved into their new central offices in Green Park last year.

Robert Finnegan, Three's CEO, said: “While we have had colleagues working here for a number of months, it was great to be able to welcome local MP Alok Sharma to officially open our Green Park HQ.

“We are really excited about this next chapter for our business, and the relocation of our central office to a building that was built with sustainability in mind.”

The new site was chosen based on criteria set by Three’s employees, including accessible parking and open spaces. The strong transport links were also a factor – aside from its proximity to the M4, Green Park train station is expected to open later this year.

The new office also aligns with Three’s efforts to reduce their carbon footprint and work towards Net Zero emissions. A solar panel system will generate over 17,000kWh of renewable energy per year, while electric vehicle charging points will encourage staff and visitors to use more sustainable means of transportation.

Alok Sharma MP commented: “It was great to officially open the new Three headquarters in Reading and get a tour of the premises. I am delighted that Three is committed to becoming net zero by 2040. It is vitally important that all businesses step up and look to reduce their carbon footprints on the route to a net zero future.”

By Sam Pither

Sam is the Regional Editor of Biz News, responsible for both Hampshire and Dorset.

A new recruit to journalism, Sam started writing for the Business Magazine as a freelancer in May of 2022 after completing his degree in English at University College London. His passion for local businesses and ability to tell a story soon caught the attention of the publication’s management team and have led to his meteoric rise.

Sam, who lives in central Reading, takes a particular interest in technology, gaming and food and drink, having been a chef before starting his degree.