For years, “Fair Work” has been a shared vision for a more inclusive and productive economy. But for organisations in Scotland, the landscape is shifting from voluntary commitment to strict accountability.
From April 2027, the game changes. Government funding is moving away from “tell us you’re a good employer” to “show us the receipts.”Â
Clear data is your navigation system for the new Fair Work requirements.Â
To secure funding and meet the new standards, your evidence must cover these five core areas:
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To secure government future funding and build a resilient team, you need a structured, evidence-based approach to measurement. This isn’t just a list we made up; it was meticulously curated by Hive’s Lead Employee Experience Partner, Patti Turfrey.
“These example questions are designed to do the heavy lifting for you. It translates abstract concepts like ‘Effective Voice’ into tangible, measurable data.
For HR leaders, this moves the conversation away from good intentions and into real evidence that proves your people strategy is driving things like retention, engagement, and productivity.” — Patti Turfrey, Lead Employee Experience Partner
Pillar 1: Effective Voice – Are you shouting into a void, or is dialogue actually being acted upon?
Pillar 2: Opportunity – Are you spotting structural barriers before they become inequality statistics?
Pillar 3: Security – If your people are anxious about their hours or income, they won’t go the extra mile.
Pillar 4: Fulfilment – Is work meaningful, or are you wasting the talent of your team?
Pillar 5: Respect – This is about dignity, not just an anti-bullying policy in a drawer.
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Gathering the numbers is the first step, but the real “Effective Voice” happens in what you do next. Auditors aren’t just looking for a dashboard; they’re looking for the “We Said, We Did, We’re Doing, We Can’t Do” trail.
At Hive, we help you turn these 21 questions into a narrative of improvement. Whether it’s using AI to spot the “low-hanging fruit” in your feedback or creating high-impact visuals for your Board, we make sure your Fair Work journey is documented, defensible, and, most importantly, meaningful for your people.
The 2027 deadline is approaching, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. We’re here to help you prove your Fair Work.
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