Lambeth Council is on a journey to make the borough a Living Wage Place, a recognition awarded to places that address in-work poverty by making the Living Wage a norm.
The Living Wage is the only hourly wage rate that reflects the actual cost of living. By paying the Living Wage, employers make a commitment to pay people enough to cover the actual costs of living and play a role in tackling in-work poverty. By becoming a Living Wage Place, we will build a more dynamic, inclusive and equitable local economy.
Why the Living Wage matters
Paying the Living Wage is more important than ever for employees and jobseekers looking to re-enter the labour market. Businesses report the benefits of paying the London Living Wage with figures evidencing increased productivity, a boost in employee loyalty, overall improved staff retention and better morale.
Word from the Cabinet
Cllr Jacqui Dyer, Lambeth Cabinet Member for Jobs, Skills & Community Safety
Cllr Jacqui Dyer, Lambeth’s Cabinet Member for Jobs, Skills, and Community Safety, said: “I am proud that this Council is leading on a project to make Lambeth a Living Wage Place. Surveys prove that 75% of accredited Living Wage businesses report improved motivation from their employees. Living Wage also supports the local economy and supports households facing financial pressures due to Covid-19 and the cost of living crisis.
“We look forward to many more employers joining the already growing number of Lambeth businesses who have become London Living Wage accredited employers – they are also supporting our ambition in becoming a Living Wage Place.”
Local employers celebrate Living Wage
Lambeth Council is delighted to bring together businesses and employers to mark the Launch of Becoming a Living Wage Place and the announcement of the newly created Living Wage Business Grant.
Lambeth employers are invited to register to join Lambeth’s Living Wage Place & Living Wage Business Grant Breakfast Launch.
For more about London Living Wage
- Find out more about how Lambeth Council can support local employers
- For more on support from Lambeth Council on accreditation, email livingwage@lambeth.gov.uk.
- The new rate of London Living Wage is expected to be announced on 24 October.
