We are committed to providing fair pay, effective voice, opportunity, security, fulfilment and respect for everyone involved in delivering the festival. We recognise the seasonal and multi-island nature of our operations and commit to proportionate, transparent and fair working practices.

We commit to:

• Paying at least the Real Living Wage to all directly employed staff and offering fair, sector-appropriate rates to freelancers and artists.

• Not use zero-hours contracts. Staff are engaged on fixed-term contracts and freelancers on scoped agreements with agreed hours and rates.

• Not use fire and rehire practices. Contract terms are not changed without agreement.

• Flexible working practices may be offered from day one of engagement. Working hours and locations are agreed in advance and adapted where possible to support caring responsibilities and inter-island travel.

• Providing direct and confidential routes for individuals to raise concerns or suggestions.

• Supporting skills development through mentoring, supervised delivery roles and access to practical event experience.

• Pay is set by role rather than individual negotiation to reduce risk of gender inequality. Recruitment encourages applications from under-represented groups and offers flexible working arrangements.