Oxford City Council

““It does require a leap of faith that paying “more than you have to” will be of value but once taken you should see the benefit quite quickly - we certainly have.””

““Oxford is a lovely place to live with its history, culture and beauty but it is expensive. We want our employees to work hard but feel rewarded for their work and to be able to have a decent standard of living.””

“Absolutely. For ODS paying the Oxford Living Wage isn’t just the right thing to do; it’s part of who we are, and it’s an investment in social value. In a city where the cost of living is so high, fair pay benefits everyone: staff, their families, and the wider community.”

“Oxford’s a beautiful city, but it’s no secret that living here is expensive. Housing costs, groceries, everyday bills - it all adds up. We believe the people who look after the city deserve to actually live here, not just work here. Paying the Oxford Living Wage is one way we generate real social value for our staff and the wider community.”

“We all know that Oxford is an expensive place to live and work, so paying people a fair wage is the right thing to do. It’s great that the Oxford Living Wage scheme encourages organisations to commit to paying an enhanced minimum wage, improving recruitment and retention of employees across the city.”

““We are in support of OLW which helps negate recruitment challenges and aids staff retention, morale and general productivity of our workforce.””

““We have supported employees to ensure OLW applies to all employees as a minimum. This helps ease resource challenges and aligns our recruitment and staff satisfaction.””

““We recognise the cost of living in Oxford and support our employees whilst committing to OLW.””

“"For me, success isn't just about profit. It's about building a business where the company, the staff and the customers all benefit together, with professional cleaning and a personal touch ''”

“"When employees feel valued, they are more motivated, more loyal, and take greater pride in their work. This leads to a better service for customers, stronger client relationships, and ultimately, a stronger business. I believe every successful business relies on a simple circle: if you look after your staff, they will look after your customers, and satisfied customers will continue to support your business. Fair pay is essential to keeping that circle strong."”

““For me, it is a way to publicly demonstrate that we value our employees and recognise their hard work. I want both our team and our clients to know that we are committed to fair pay and treating people with respect.””