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<p>100% of permanent and temporary staff at HM Treasury are paid the Living Wage or
above.</p><p> </p><p>HM Treasury fully complies with EU procurement directives and
awards contracts on the basis of the best value for money for the taxpayer. Nevertheless,
we have encouraged contractors to commit to paying a living wage and expect all employers
to pay at least the national minimum wage.</p><p> </p><p>The Government supports businesses
that choose to pay the Living Wage however the Government's main policy on wages is
the National Minimum Wage, which has continued to protect the relative wages of the
low paid. This is independently set by the Low Pay Commission at a level that maximises
their wages without reducing employment prospect. It is for workers and employers
to decide the level of wages above the minimum wage based on current circumstances.
This includes the Government as a procurer and an employer. Over 95%, around 20 million
employees earn above the minimum wage and the majority of public sector workers currently
earn above the Living Wage.</p><p> </p>
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