The introduction of a Jersey Living Wage

Published on: 31 October 2017

Question type: Written

Asked by: Geoffrey Southern

Reference: WQ.560/2017

Answered by: Chief Minister

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WRITTEN QUESTION TO THE CHIEF MINISTER

BY DEPUTY G.P. SOUTHERN OF ST. HELIER ANSWER TO BE TABLED ON TUESDAY 31ST OCTOBER 2017

Question

Will the Chief Minister agree to publish a detailed response to P.72/2017 (States Employment Board – Living Wage 2017') in which I call for a commitment to the adoption by the States of Jersey of a Jersey Living Wage (as set by Caritas), well in advance of 12th December 2017 (the current date set for debate of this important issue) so that members can fully understand the principles and examine the arguments which underpin such a commitment and, if not, why not?

Answer Yes.

A response to P.72/2017 will be presented in advance of the debate on the 12th December, re-affirming the commitment to the Caritas Living Wage and outlining as far as possible any issues for our public finances.