The Importance of Fair Pay

The Coronavirus pandemic shone a spotlight on an issue that has been growing since the mid-1990s: in-work poverty. In-work poverty refers to when a working person’s income, after the cost of housing, is less than 60% of the national average, meaning they do not earn enough to meet the cost of living. As of 2024, issues with fair pay affect more than 22% of the population. With inflation rising and prices surging, more people than ever are struggling to make ends meet.

This is why the question of fair pay is a key responsibility for every business. Dawsongroup is recognised by the assets we supply; however, what makes our assets different is the support from the dedicated teams behind them. The focus of everyone at Dawsongroup, from the cleaners to the accountants, is the drive to prove our Smarter Asset Strategy, as well as the service and our commitment to go the extra mile. Their skills, alongside their dedication and innovation, make Dawsongroup the company we are. To ensure that our employees are properly remunerated, we became a Living Wage Employer.

As a Living Wage Employer, we commit to providing every employee with a wage that meets their everyday needs. We stay ahead of the minimum wage, reducing financial stress for our employees as much as we can, fostering a more motivated and loyal workforce. This long-term investment in our people reflects our honest values, something we are committed to continuing.

Choosing to pay a real wage is the right thing to do for our employees. However, it is also the right thing to do for Dawsongroup. Fair pay has increased our employee retention and reduced recruitment costs, ensuring that we attract and retain the best employees. As of 2025, we’re made up of more than a thousand exceptional, satisfied professionals, who provide a great experience to our customers.

Being a living wage employer is voluntary, but we would encourage every business to get involved. For more information about becoming an accredited living wage employer, you can contact the Living Wage Foundation or the Good Business Charter today.