The Fair Work Convention welcomes the publication of the Scottish Government’s Fair Work First Policy Evaluation. The evaluation finds that Fair Work First is helping to drive the adoption of fair work practices across Scotland, delivering positive impacts for both employers and workers, while identifying areas where implementation can be strengthened. The findings reinforce the … Read more
We welcome the re-election of John Swinney as Scotland’s First Minister and congratulate Tom Arthur MSP on his appointment as Minister for Business and Fair Work. We are working towards a Scotland that leads globally in fair work, where every worker has opportunity, security, respect, fulfilment and an effective voice. This new administration comes at … Read more
The Fair Work Convention warmly welcomes the Scottish Government’s announcement establishing sectoral bargaining for the commissioned adult social care workforce. This is a major step forward. Sectoral bargaining provides a route to improve pay, security and conditions for social care workers across Scotland. This development marks a breakthrough in embedding fair work in social care … Read more
The Fair Work Convention welcomes the launch of the UK Government’s new online website designed to help businesses and workers understand upcoming employment rights changes. The site provides clear guidance on reforms, offering step‑by‑step information, practical tools, and regularly updated resources to support employers and workers in preparing for changes to workplace rights. Find out … Read more
The Fair Work Convention has unveiled its asks  for Scotland’s fair work agenda ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections. It is calling on the next Scottish Government to put fair work at the heart of its economic strategy and commit to making Scotland a global leader in fair work practice. With the 2026 election … Read more
The Fair Work Convention has today announced a renewed vision for Scotland’s workplaces, reaffirming its commitment to ensuring that every worker in Scotland benefits from the five dimensions of fair work; opportunity, security, respect, fulfilment, and effective voice. Scotland stands at a defining moment in its fair work journey. Over the past decade, significant progress … Read more
Join this webinar, jointly organised by the Fair Work Convention and the CIPD, for the latest update on the implementation of the Employment Rights Act 2025 and its interaction with the fair work agenda in Scotland. You will get an opportunity to ask questions and discuss the impact of some of the changes with peers … Read more
Today our Fair Work Hospitality Inquiry Co-Chairs, Linda Johnston and Satnam Ner issue a joint letter with Leon Thompson (UK Hospitality Scotland), Marc Crothall (Scottish Tourism Alliance), and Kelly Johnstone (Chair of the Skills Sub-Group of the Tourism and Hospitality Industry Leadership Group) to Minister for Business and Employment, Richard Lochhead MSP asking for an … Read more
Scotland has made significant progress towards its goal of becoming a leading Fair Work Nation, according to the latest research from the Fair Work Convention. The new report, which benchmarks Scotland’s performance against leading European nations, highlights both achievements and ongoing challenges for Scotland as it approaches its 2025 ambition. This report is not the … Read more
Satnam Ner, Prospect Union has decided to set down from the Fair Work Convention. His announcement was made to Convention members at the last meeting on Thursday 11 September. Satnam came to the Convention with experience in serving on the Scottish TUC General Council and 19 years on the STUC Black Workers’ Committee. Satnam has … Read more