Here at the Brighton & Hove Living Wage campaign, we are very lucky to be in the company of some wonderful businesses. One such business is vegan café Green Kitchen on Preston Road – a five minute walk from our office at Brighton Chamber. The Chamber team are regulars. Between us we have been working our way through the vibrant… ...Read More
18 Apr 2018 Who are you and how are you connected with the Brighton & Hove Living Wage campaign? My name is Stuart Hill. I am a doctoral student at the University of Brighton. I am researching into the Brighton and Hove Living Wage because I am interested in knowing why employers choose to pay their staff the higher voluntary living wage… ...Read More
We caught up with James from local digital membership organisation Wired Sussex all about what the Living Wage Campaign means to them. Firstly, tell us a bit more about who you are and what your job role involves… As the skills & talent manager for Wired Sussex I am looking to tap into the digital skills debate specific to our members and… ...Read More
We caught up with local removals and deliveries company Tom’s Vans all about what the Living Wage Campaign means to them. Firstly, tell us a bit more about Tom’s Vans… Thanks for your interest in Tom’s Vans! I set up my business in 2010 as I felt there was a gap in the market for a transportation service with a professional,… ...Read More
2017 has been an interesting year. With big changes happening around us locally and internationally, it has sometimes felt as though good news is in short supply. So to kick off 2018, we want to celebrate the achievements of the Brighton & Hove Living Wage campaign and champion the 350+ employers who have made the pledge. We are really proud… ...Read More
Just in time for Living Wage Week, the 350th Living Wage employer to sign-up to the Brighton & Hove campaign was digital start-up SomeoneWho. We chatted to Andrew Saffron, co-founder: Firstly, tell us a bit more about your business… We’re a digital platform that matches top quality interims with top quality briefs. Created by a team of interims for interims,… ...Read More
One of the reasons we love Brighton so much is the fact that we have so many fantastic businesses committed to their employees’ welfare. It’s all part of contributing to a fairer, happier city for all of us. We’re delighted to welcome the O N C A team (including 8-week old Albie the Whippet!) as one of the newest sign-ups… ...Read More
More and more businesses are joining our campaign every week to show their commitment to paying the Brighton & Hove Living Wage of £8.45 per hour to all their employees. One of the latest businesses to sign up is Pagoda Security & Facilities Management Ltd – we spoke to them about the importance of paying a living wage (and paying… ...Read More
We’re delighted to announce that there are now over 330 businesses signed up to the Brighton & Hove Living Wage campaign, demonstrating their commitment to ensuring that every resident of our city is paid a living wage that allows them to thrive, not just survive. This week we spoke to Jo Ivens, CEO of Brighton & Hove Impetus, a local… ...Read More
So far 42 third sector organisations have signed up to the local Living Wage Campaign which is led by Brighton Chamber. Currently set at £8.45 per hour for the UK, the wage is calculated as the minimum needed for a basic standard of living. One of the most recent charities to join the campaign is The Goodall Foundation. Eugenie Teasley… ...Read More
"The STAGES team should be paid their worth. It’s the right thing to do. They are an amazing group of people and without them STAGES would not be able to deliver the quality customer care, on which the company bases its ethics and business model."
i believe that all staff should be treated fairly and with respect and their wages reflects that above the living wage.
"Brighton & Hove is definitely “the place to be” but this is an expensive part of the UK to live in. The Living Wage Campaign and its aims are worth signing up for as it sets a more sustainable hourly rate which reflects the economic realities of living in our city."
We believe our team deserves a living wage to enable them to live and work in Brighton and Hove and we are happy to support the initiative.
As the first zero waste restaurant, our commitment as a sustainable business is extremely clear. This level of sustainability extends throughout all aspects of the business including the sustainable treatment of our staff, who we nurture and support, ensuring they receive a fair pay that reflects their work. We are extremely proud to support the…
