Hodge Bank has signed the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC).

The charter, owned by the Charter Committee, aims to provide support to all UK firms operating within the mortgage sector by setting out six principles firms should strive to adhere to.

Principles include raising awareness among employees about mental health and encouraging open conversations and support business-wide.

Hodge Bank business development director for mortgages Emma Graham says: “Signing the charter is quite simply the right thing for Hodge to do, and I mean that in the best way possible. Not because it’s a tick-box exercise but because at Hodge, we’re already walking the walk when it comes to the six principles.”

“From our Employee Assistance Programme, regular training and surveys, to our well-trained mental health first aiders throughout the business, Hodge is genuinely committed to ensuring colleagues are given the support they need, when they need it.”

MIMHC co-founder Jason Berry adds: “It’s fantastic to see Hodge stepping forward as a signatory of the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter.”

“When a respected lender commits publicly to prioritising wellbeing, it sends a powerful message across the sector — that performance and people go hand-in-hand.”

“Real progress happens when leadership takes responsibility for creating healthier working environments, and this is a meaningful step in that direction.