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160 staff benefit from Living Wage introduction

6th May 2014

—Hanover becomes one of the first housing associations to introduce the voluntary living wage—

From 1 April this year, the Living Wage was introduced in Hanover (Scotland) Housing Association.

Its introduction has resulted in an average 5% pay rise for more than 150 staff.  It is hoped that introduction of the Living Wage will not only result in increased staff satisfaction and engagement, but also help in the retention and recruitment of quality staff in the future.

Andrew Aitken, Hanover’s Director of HR, said: “We’re one of the first organisations in the sector to introduce the Living Wage; which ensures that every member of staff earns not just the minimum wage but a realistic living wage.”

“Such commitment to our staff is again another measure of our endeavours to recognise the efforts and excellent service they deliver.  It also further demonstrates our desire to maintain our position as an Employer of Choice.”

The Living Wage is the minimum income deemed necessary for a worker to meet their basic needs.  It’s an hourly rate, set independently, updated every year and calculated to meet the basic cost of living in the UK. It’s higher than the minimum wage (£7.65 as opposed to £6.31) and, unlike the minimum wage (which is a legal requirement), employers choose to pay the Living Wage on a voluntary basis.

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“It’s absolutely vital – it provides me with the comfort should I need it as I’m pretty much house-bound. I couldn’t live without it.”

It’s absolutely vital – it provides me with the comfort should I need it as I’m pretty much house-bound. I couldn’t live without it.

Telecare service user

Hanover Commercial
2015-02-19T15:32:44+00:00

Telecare service user

It’s absolutely vital – it provides me with the comfort should I need it as I’m pretty much house-bound. I couldn’t live without it.
https://www.hanovercommercial.scot/testimonials/its-absolutely-vital-it-provides-me-with-the-comfort-should-i-need-it-as-im-pretty-much-house-bound-i-couldnt-live-without-it/

“Absolutely essential to me – I wouldn’t give it up.”

Absolutely essential to me – I wouldn’t give it up.

Telecare service user

Hanover Commercial
2015-02-19T15:33:22+00:00

Telecare service user

Absolutely essential to me – I wouldn’t give it up.
https://www.hanovercommercial.scot/testimonials/absolutely-essential-to-me-i-wouldnt-give-it-up/

“My mum is always worried that she may press it by accident and she may disturb them. I told her that they don’t mind!”

My mum is always worried that she may press it by accident and she may disturb them. I told her that they don't mind!

Telecare service user relative

Hanover Commercial
2015-02-19T15:34:14+00:00

Telecare service user relative

My mum is always worried that she may press it by accident and she may disturb them. I told her that they don't mind!
https://www.hanovercommercial.scot/testimonials/my-mum-is-always-worried-that-she-may-press-it-by-accident-and-she-may-disturb-them-i-told-her-that-they-dont-mind/

“I like the fact that they encourage you to test it every month. They’re very quick at picking up if something is untoward”

I like the fact that they encourage you to test it every month. They’re very quick at picking up if something is untoward

Telecare service user

Hanover Commercial
2015-02-19T15:34:53+00:00

Telecare service user

I like the fact that they encourage you to test it every month. They’re very quick at picking up if something is untoward
https://www.hanovercommercial.scot/testimonials/i-like-the-fact-that-they-encourage-you-to-test-it-every-month-theyre-very-quick-at-picking-up-if-something-is-untoward/

“In my experience, the staff who work for Hanover, are polite and helpful, and I’m appreciative of the knowledge they offer.”.

In my experience, the staff who work for Hanover, are polite and helpful, and I’m appreciative of the knowledge they offer

Telecare service user

Hanover Commercial
2015-02-19T15:35:32+00:00

Telecare service user

In my experience, the staff who work for Hanover, are polite and helpful, and I’m appreciative of the knowledge they offer
https://www.hanovercommercial.scot/testimonials/in-my-experience-the-staff-who-work-for-hanover-are-polite-and-helpful-and-im-appreciative-of-the-knowledge-they-offer/

Brooke McGee, Project Officer at Castle Rock Edinvar

Hanover has always provided a first class service – they are quick to react, professional and caring.

Brooke McGee, Project Officer at Castle Rock Edinvar

Hanover Commercial
2015-02-19T15:38:38+00:00

Brooke McGee, Project Officer at Castle Rock Edinvar

Hanover has always provided a first class service – they are quick to react, professional and caring.
https://www.hanovercommercial.scot/testimonials/brooke-mcgee-project-officer-at-castle-rock-edinvar/

Clint Sentence, Telecare Project Manager for Shetland Islands Council

Our relationship with Hanover in providing reliable, friendly and accessible responder liaison to our Community Alarm Service is vital.

Clint Sentence, Telecare Project Manager, Shetland Islands Council

Hanover Commercial
2015-02-19T15:30:48+00:00

Clint Sentence, Telecare Project Manager, Shetland Islands Council

Our relationship with Hanover in providing reliable, friendly and accessible responder liaison to our Community Alarm Service is vital.
https://www.hanovercommercial.scot/testimonials/clint-sentence-telecare-project-manager-for-shetland-islands-council/

“I couldn’t do without it. It provides me with re-assurance as I live on my own.”

I couldn’t do without it. It provides me with re-assurance as I live on my own.

Telecare service user

Hanover Commercial
2015-02-19T15:31:57+00:00

Telecare service user

I couldn’t do without it. It provides me with re-assurance as I live on my own.
https://www.hanovercommercial.scot/testimonials/i-couldnt-do-without-it-it-provides-me-with-re-assurance-as-i-live-on-my-own/
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Hanover (Scotland) Housing Association Ltd
Scottish charity no. SC014738
Registered under the Co-operative and Community Benefit Societies Act 2014 no. 1983RS
Registered property factor no. PF000140
Registered office: 95 McDonald Road, Edinburgh EH7 4NS

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