Almost 120,000 people working for over 500 Real Living Wage Employers throughout Greater Manchester are set for a vital pay boost, as the new Real Living Wage rate rises to £10.90 an hour (an increase of £1).
The rate, set by the Living Wage Foundation, will provide a much needed boost to working families at a time when living costs are soaring.
Greater Manchester Poverty Action (GMPA) run the Greater Manchester Living Wage Campaign. During the lifetime of the Campaign, the number of Real Living Wage employers in the city region has risen from 12 to over 500. Such has been the progress, there are now plans to make Greater Manchester a ‘Real Living Wage City Region’.
Commenting on the rise, Graham Whitham – CEO of GMPA, said:
“With living costs rising so rapidly, millions of low paid workers in Greater Manchester are facing a difficult future. That’s why a Real Living Wage is more vital than ever. We welcome today’s announcement of the new rate. This will provide thousands of workers and their families in Greater Manchester with greater security and stability during these difficult times.”
Graham added:
“The best way of tackling poverty and protecting people from soaring living costs is to get more money in their pockets. The Real Living Wage has a vital role to play in making that happen. At GMPA we’re proud of the progress that’s been made in advancing the Real Living Wage agenda in Greater Manchester and we thank all those employers who have committed to it over recent years”.
