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UK think tank calls for ‘decent wage’ for frontline care workers fighting coronavirus

Intelligence Studies by Sarah Clarke on April 21, 2020

A new report has revealed that more than half of the 1.6 million care workers in the UK are being paid below the Real Living Wage.

Social care sector ‘needs support to cope with Living Wage rise’

Business Human Resources Investment People by Sarah Clarke on January 6, 2020

Sterling Rates To Fluctuate During Brexit Negotiations

The Independent Care Group (ICG) warned that the Living Wage rise should be accompanied by greater support for those providing publicly-funded care.

New Living Wage rates set at over £1 more than government minimum

Business Human Resources People Strategy by Sarah Clarke on November 15, 2019

The increase means that a full-time worker paid the Living Wage will receive more than £2,000 in additional wages compared to the current government minimum.

EXCLUSIVE: New home care provider places emphasis on workplace wellbeing

Business Human Resources People Strategy by Sarah Clarke on November 6, 2019

The provider is striving to look after the wellbeing of its staff by paying a competitive wage and offering full-time hours.

New Living Wage rates to be announced next week

Business Events Human Resources People Strategy by Sarah Clarke on November 6, 2019

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To mark Living Wage Week, employers will host events around the UK to share the benefits of paying the voluntary rates.

Boris Johnson must prioritise pay for public sector workers, says UNISON

Funding Human Resources People by Sarah Clarke on August 5, 2019

In a letter to the Prime Minister, Unison said he has a “duty” to take action to ease the financial strain on employees.