Research needed before Government becomes living wage employer

Tue, 31 Oct 2017

Chief Minister Howard Quayle MHK

The Chief Minister says the Government must fully understand the implications of paying the living wage before committing to becoming a living wage employer.

Tynwald approved a report setting the living wage for the Island at £8.61 per hour, with over 100 Government workers earning below the rate.

Howard Quayle confirmed in this week's sitting of the House of Keys that he supports the principle of a living wage, and that the Government should set an example.

However, he warns that research is needed to understand the impact and that the Government shouldn't rush into anything without a proper strategy.