Murray Landscapes, a family-run landscaping company based in Motherwell, has become the 100th business to achieve North Lanarkshire Council's Employer Charter accreditation. The company received a Gold Award, the highest recognition under the scheme, for demonstrating exceptional commitment to fair work principles.
Employer Charter Commitments
The Employer Charter is built on four key commitments: paying all staff the Real Living Wage, employing North Lanarkshire residents, using local businesses in the supply chain where possible, and ensuring fair work practices that attract and retain employees. Businesses that meet two or more of these commitments receive bronze, silver, or gold accreditation.
About Murray Landscapes
Established in 2009, Murray Landscapes operates across Scotland, delivering high-quality modern outdoor living spaces for domestic clients and professional grounds maintenance services for commercial partners. The company prides itself on providing a safe, reliable, and customer-focused service, backed by a skilled, fully trained team. Since 2016, they have supported local people, schools, charities, grassroots sport, and well-being initiatives through hands-on volunteering and practical help.
Provost's Congratulations
Provost Kenneth Duffy said: "Congratulations to Murray Landscapes on achieving their Gold Award and on becoming our 100th Employer Charter recipient. We are proud that so many local businesses have shown a commitment to investing in their employees and being a responsible business by applying for the charter. It offers a range of support and networking events to help businesses grow and develop."
Managing Director's Response
Managing director Marc Murray said: "We’re incredibly proud to have been awarded Gold status through the NL Employer Charter. At Murray Landscapes, we’ve always believed that investing in our people, maintaining the highest standards, and operating responsibly is fundamental to delivering exceptional results for our clients. This recognition reflects the culture we’ve built as a team, and being named the 100th accredited member makes it even more special. We’re excited to continue raising the bar within our industry."
Another Gold Award: Hochtief
Also receiving a Gold Award is Hochtief, one of the world's largest infrastructure and engineering groups, based in Bargeddie. The company delivers infrastructure maintenance services for North Lanarkshire Council, including road and footpath maintenance, bridge and underpass inspection and upkeep, winter maintenance, street lighting, traffic management, and maintenance of three reservoirs.
Provost Kenneth Duffy also congratulated Hochtief: "Well done to everyone at Hochtief for their contribution to reaching the standards of excellence required by the Employer Charter. It delivers benefits for both employers and employees as well as supporting our continuing work to develop a sustainable, diverse economy in North Lanarkshire."
Membership of the Employer Charter is free; more information is available at northlanarkshiresworking.co.uk/the-nl-employer-charter.
