Worshipful Company of Environmental Cleaners first livery company to be accredited as Living Wage employer

Never before has a City of London livery been named as a Living Wage Employer, showing solidarity with its members, who are already campaigning for fair pay for their workforce.

As of 1^st February 2022, the Worshipful Company of Environmental Cleaners (WCEC) is  an accredited Living Wage Employer.  It is the first and only City of London Livery company to achieve this status.

The WCEC is proud to show solidarity with its exceptional colleagues who excelled themselves during the pandemic. Throughout, the cleaning industry was up-front and present, working steadfastly to keep our built environment clean and hygienic, including, most vitally, hospitals.  The role of the cleaning industry is often undervalued, but its contribution was highlighted during  our country’s greatest crisis since the war.

Gary Fage, Master of the WCEC, says, “The Living Wage demonstrates an understanding that without fair pay, we cannot adequately resource our industry. Fair is fair when it comes to remuneration. I’d like to recognise the foresight and efforts of the WCEC Court Assistant, Phil Smith, whose experience with the Living Wage Foundation and as a founding member of the Recognised Service Provider Scheme have helped to smooth our livery’s way to becoming a Living Wage Employer.”

The WCEC will report annually to reconfirm its status. Furthermore, there will be a dedicated area on the WCEC website specific to its Living Wage Employer status and any related initiatives.

If you would like to find out more about the Environmental Cleaners, or any of our initiatives or events, please email clerk@wc-ec.com, telephone 01189 333606 or visit www.wc-ec.com