The Council and democracy Manchester - a Living Wage place

Get involved - businesses

How the Living Wage benefits businesses 

Paying a fair Living Wage sets you apart as an ‘employer of choice’ and can improve your staff recruitment and retention, leading - in turn - to higher productivity. It can also form part of your commitment to a ‘social value’ contribution. This is increasingly important when submitting tenders for work, as it helps support a more inclusive economy, creating a positive culture shift across Manchester.  Find out more about how The Living Wage is good for business

How businesses can get involved 

We’d encourage local businesses and organisations to support the work of the Living Wage Foundation; whether you’re an employer or an employee, all the background information you need is online, giving advice and more detail of how your business can get involved and become accredited. 

As well as setting out your stall as a fair and inclusive place to work, by becoming a Living Wage employer you’ll support Manchester’s vision to be a Living Wage City.

Check the accreditation process and apply online