Anglo American response to Bench Marks Foundation report, 16 September 2014: Anglo American has noted the report by the Bench Marks Foundation entitled “Policy Gap 9”...We recognise that our industry has a major environmental and social footprint and should expect to be judged by high standards. Among our Group-wide standards is the Anglo American Environmental Way which: sets out a consistent approach to responsible environmental management...and supports our vision for minimising harm...Our stringent social performance standards are set out in the Anglo American Social Way, which sets out requirements for engaging with communities and supporting socio-economic development.  Core requirements of the Social Way include our Group-wide complaints and grievances mechanism for local communities, and community consultation using our award winning Socio-Economic Assessment Toolbox. In addition...we adhere to national environmental legislation and share the government’s aim of achieving a sustainable and safe mining industry...We accept that there are challenges still to address and we welcome constructive criticism of any shortcomings when fair...