Employment law advice on
equal pay
The Equal Pay Act 1970 aims to put men and women on the same footing with regard to levels of pay. Employers must ensure that pay levels are justified and that all employees who carry out work of a similar nature are remunerated at the same rates of pay. The Act can be used by both male and female employees, but can not be used to claim equal pay against someone of the same sex. Employees can make claims to the Employment Tribunal based on equal pay and the Tribunal may give a declaration or, if there are issues of sex discrimination, award compensation, to which there is no cap.
At Q&A Law we understand how to deal with equal pay and with our comprehensive services you'll find the answers to your questions along with a law guide, a step-by-step process guide, letter templates and policy documents to enable you to deal with all your equal pay requirements. This is supported by your own solicitor available on the telephone or by email. We are so confident that we will be able to help your business, that you can call us today for your free introductory advice session on 0845 686 8480.
We can help answer questions such as:
What is the purpose of the Equal Pay Act 1970?
Who does the right to equal pay apply to?
What claims can an employee make?
Are there any exclusions to the Act?
What does the Act mean in practice?
What comparisons may be made for the purposes of the Act?
Is there any defence available to the employer?
What is an employee's remedy in the event of a complaint about equal pay?
Call Iain or one of his team of solicitors today to discuss how we could help you.
01707 444 450 or email us here
