Member News from Together Trust: Continuing Commitment as a Real Living Wage Employer

Leading North West disability charity, the Together Trust, remains proudly accredited as a Living Wage employer in 2024.

The charity, which employs over 850 people in the North West, has reaffirmed its commitment to paying all staff a significantly higher wage than the government minimum. As of 2024, the Together Trust is offering a minimum wage of £12 per hour, compared to the government minimum wage of £11.44 per hour for those over 21.

Figures from the Living Wage Foundation suggest nearly a fifth of all jobs in the North West (18.4%) still pay less than the real Living Wage. By continuing to support its staff with a higher wage, the Together Trust ensures a better quality of life for its employees and aligns with its values of dignity and respect for all.

Since signing up to the Real Living Wage, the Together Trust has seen a 20% increase for some staff as a result, providing a substantial improvement in their financial well-being. This change underscores the charity’s dedication to fair compensation and the positive impact it has on its staff's lives.

The real Living Wage is the only rate calculated according to the costs of living. Since 2011, the Living Wage movement has delivered a pay rise to over 300,000 people and put over £1.6 billion extra into the pockets of workers.

The Together Trust is proud to be a Real Living Wage employer, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to fair pay and support for its dedicated staff.

Source:
www.togethertrust.org.uk/

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