Independent consultancy, Risk & Policy Analysts (RPA) has become one of the first organisations in the region to be awarded a Living Wage Employer Accreditation. The company, which is based in Loddon, Norfolk, currently employs a team of 30, including some of the top economists, environmental scientists, chemists and ecologists in the area.
RPA Director, Meg Postle commented “We value each member of our team’s input into making RPA a success, and one of the most significant ways we can demonstrate this is by making sure that everyone is paid the Living Wage”.
The Living Wage is an hourly rate which is set independently and updated annually, based on the cost of living in the UK. An independent study of the business benefits gained found that employers recognised an enhanced standard of staff output, a reduction in absentee levels and a significant impact on recruitment and retention within their organisation as a result of implementing the Living Wage policy.
Rhys Moore, Director of the Living Wage Foundation said “The benefits the Living Wage brings to staff and business are clear. I welcome the leadership shown by RPA on this important issue”.
To find out more about becoming an accredited Living Wage Employer visit www.livingwage.org.uk
RPA provides expert advice to both public and private sector clients around the world, assisting decision makers with the development and implementation of sustainable policies. The Company’s main clients include the European Commission, European Chemicals Association, UK Government bodies (such as the Environment Agency, Natural England and Defra) and major EU industries.
