is paid his worth, or, the job does not truly exist and the employee is being 'utilised' in a menial manner to boost the company's profit margin. Any addition costs paid by the the employer in the form of increased wages will, sooner or later, find its way into the cost of the company's services or product. By no stretch of the imagination are my politics left-wing. That said, I still believe, indeed have always believed, a 'man is worthy of his hire'." "The Living Wage would show employees that they are more appreciated or their job is worthwhile yet in Cornwall where there are few full time positions and no to little career prospects i doubt it would ever be an issue to anyone or business, just an interesting discussion point. If companies truly wished to value their staff part or full time they could pay whatever wage they wish regardless of a set wage which is volentary. Perhaps their workers would be very happy however it would have to be a booming business in these times. A pound higher per hour wpuld still be a benefit on part time wage. Extra eight pounds a day times by three=24 a week. Nearly a whole days worth. Excellant :D." "If you earn the level of money at question here and want to earn more, could I point you towards our institutes of learning rather than praying for a miracle This is a political gimmick, so long as employers have people