In March 2009, Glasgow City Council officially launched the Glasgow Living Wage, which aims to establish a basic standard of living for employees in the city. The introduction of the Glasgow Living Wage increased the salary of almost 700 employees of Glasgow City Council and its partners.
The Glasgow Living Wage has been set at £7.20 an hour for 2012/13. In addition, Glasgow City Council will promote the living wage through its procurement policy, aiming to improve the conditions of workers across the city.
Whilst there are clear benefits to employees, research from other cities who have implemented a living wage has identified benefits for employers including easier recruitment and retention; higher quality staff; better attendance; better productivity, motivation and loyalty; and a better quality of service for customers.
Organisations across the city have been invited to become Glasgow Living Wage employers. Many in Glasgow are already paying their staff at least £7.20 an hour and the Council would like to recognise those who are whilst encouraging others to sign up.
The Glasgow Living Wage award has been established and will be given to any employer in the city who pays their staff a living wage. A full list of all participants is published on this website. In addition, Living Wage Employers will be able to use the GLW brand logo on any merchandise, letterheads etc. This offers Living Wage Employers good publicity and the opportunity to demonstrate their commitment to building a better Glasgow.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits for employers? Why should I pay my staff a Living Wage?
In addition to the clear economic and social benefits for Glasgow, the payment of a Living Wage can have a positive impact of value for money and service delivery of contracts. Feedback obtained from contractors in London who have implemented the London Living Wage has identified benefits including:
- Easier recruitment and retention, reducing recruitment costs
- Higher quality staff
- Better attendance
- Better productivity, motivation and loyalty
Better quality of service
For more on the business case for the Living Wage, please visit the Fair Pay Network Web site
My company pays all staff at least £7.15 an hour. How can I register as a Glasgow Living Wage employer?
You can register as a Living Wage Employer by completing the Glasgow Living Wage GLW Response Form.pdf (PDF file 34KB), by email or by phoning Paul Kilby on 0141 287 0063.
All GLW employers will be listed on this website and will be able to use the GLW logo on their letterheads and merchandise.