UCU: Learning from Fair Work Convention work in Scotland

Motion

Motion text: Conference notes that Fair Work First is the Scottish Government’s policy to
ensure employers that receive Scottish Government grants are upholding best
practice workplace policies, recognise trade unions, and promote workplace
diversity.
Specifically employers awarded public funding must demonstrate that they meet
the following criteria:
1. payment of at least the real Living Wage;
2. provide appropriate channels for effective workers' voice, such as trade union
recognition;
3. investment in workforce development;
4. no inappropriate use of zero hours contracts;
5. action to tackle the gender pay gap and create a more diverse and inclusive
workplace;
6. offer flexible and family friendly working practices for all workers from day
one of employment; and,
7. oppose the use of fire and rehire practice.
Conference asks the HEC to look at the lessons of UCU Scotland’s campaigning for
this and consider how this might help our overall UK campaigning.