We encourage local businesses to pay all employees the Real Living Wage. By joining the campaign, you’re joining a vibrant community of over 975 businesses working towards making Brighton & Hove a Living Wage city.
What is a real Living Wage?
The real Living Wage is different to the government’s national minimum wage; it’s independently calculated based on the actual cost of living. People often think that the Living Wage just applies to employees paid hourly, but it’s for salaried staff too. The current Living Wage is £12.60 per hour – or £24,570 per annum (based on a 37.5 hour week). The new rate for the 2026-27 financial year will be £13.45, or £26,227.50 per annum. Businesses have until the end of April 2026 to implement the new rate.
We support and encourage local businesses to commit to paying their employees the Living Wage.
Are you already paying the Living Wage? Join our growing movement of businesses that are making a positive impact in Brighton & Hove. Become part of a community working to make our city a great place to live and work.
