Equal Pay Rights Claims
The Equality Act 2010 gives you the right to equal pay for equal work. This means you should receive the same pay and benefits as someone of the opposite sex doing equal work for the same employer.
What Constitutes Equal Work
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Like work (same or similar work)
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Work rated as equivalent
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Work of equal value
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Similar levels of responsibility
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Similar skills and experience required
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Similar working conditions
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Comparable effort required
What Pay Includes
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Basic pay
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Overtime rates
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Performance-related benefits
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Pension benefits
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Annual leave entitlement
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Company cars or allowances
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Healthcare benefits
Common Issues
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Different job titles for same work
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Hidden pay disparities
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Discriminatory bonus schemes
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Unequal access to benefits
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Pay secrecy clauses
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Historical pay discrimination
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Gender pay gaps
What You Can Claim For
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Back pay (up to 6 years)
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Pay adjustments
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Pension adjustments
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Interest on back pay
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Compensation for benefits
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Future pay protection
Making a Successful Claim
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Identify comparators
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Gather evidence of unequal pay
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Request pay information
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Follow grievance procedures
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Keep detailed records
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Calculate pay differences
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Seek legal advice
Time Limits
You can make an equal pay claim while still employed or within six months of leaving employment. You can claim back pay for up to six years before the date of your claim.