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Nine in ten London Catholic schools pay London Living Wage


Nine in ten of the Capital's Catholic schools pay the London Living Wage, according to a poll of the Capital's 330 Catholic schools.

The London Living Wage is different from the national minimum wage and has this week been updated to £9.75 per hour. It is calculated as the minimum amount of money a person can live off in Greater London. It is considerably higher than the minimum wage (£6.70) and the Government's national living wage (£7.20) due to the higher cost of living in London.

This announcement coincides with Cardinal Vincent Nichols, Archbishop of Westminster, reiterating the Catholic Church's support of the Living Wage.

Cardinal Nichols said: "The Living Wage is the bedrock of a fair economy and a recognition of the worth of every individual. As such it is a fundamental part of Catholic Social Teaching.

"For more than a century, the Catholic Church has championed the causes of just wages and dignity at work, so workers can not only support their family, but also lead a fulfilling life both in and outside the workplace.

"The work done by the Living Wage foundation is important. In our society there are many who experience real financial difficulties yet work hard in their employment. They and their families will benefit from a true living wage and measures which bring them hope for their children."

Paul Barber, Director of the Catholic Education Service, which itself is a Living Wage employer, commented: "It is fantastic to see so many Catholic schools in London paying the London Living Wage to all their staff.

"Not only is it basis of a just economy, it is important for young people to see how institutions respect everyone who works for them, right from support staff all the way up to school leadership. This is an essential part of the formation of the whole child."

Source: CES

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