For the real cost of living
For the real
cost of living
12.00
UK Living Wage
13.15
London Living Wage
460000
Payrises
14000
Living Wage Employers
What is the Living Wage?
The real Living Wage is based on the cost of living and is voluntarily paid by over 14,000 UK employers who believe we all need a wage that meets our everyday needs.
Why pay the Living Wage?
As well as being good for society, there are significant business benefits to paying the real Living Wage.
Who pays the Living Wage?
There are over 14,000 Living Wage Employers, including half of the FTSE 100 and household names including Lush, Aviva, Ikea and Everton FC.
We are the movement of businesses, organisations and people ensuring that everyone can earn a wage that meets their everyday needs.
Become a Living Wage Employer
By paying the real Living Wage, employers are voluntarily taking a stand to ensure their employees can earn a wage which is enough to live on. Take the steps to become a Living Wage Employer today.
Living Wage Week
Every year we host a UK wide celebration of the Living Wage movement.
Find Living Wage Employers near you
Use our map to find and support businesses paying the real Living Wage near you.
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