The Fair Work Framework

The Vision & Framework for Fair Work in Scotland

We are working towards a Scotland that leads globally in fair work, ensuring opportunity, security, respect, fulfilment, and effective voice for all.

The Fair Work Convention will use its influence across stakeholders providing independent scrutiny and monitoring progress to translate our vision into real and measurable outcomes for workers, employers and society

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The Fair Work Dimensions

Fair work is work that offers all individuals an effective voice, opportunity, security, fulfilment and respect.

  • It balances the rights and responsibilities of employers and workers.
  • It generates benefits for individuals, organisations and society.

Effective voice

Genuine opportunities for effective worker voice at multiple levels, particularly through collective bargaining and access to workplaces for unions.

Opportunity

Inclusive employment for all of Scotland’s people.

Security

Secure employment with regular hours and career progression opportunities. 

Fulfilment

Investment in skills for the present and the future in jobs that offer meaning, autonomy and involvement in decision-making.

Respect

Safe, healthy and supportive work practices and relationships that promote wellbeing and deliver flexibility that works for all.

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