PAY DISCRIMINATION
Inquiry into sex and pay discrimination in the finance sector
The Equality and Human Rights Commission has announced that it is carrying out an inquiry into sex discrimination in the finance sector because of evidence of a very large gender pay gap in this sector.
Research is currently under way to provide a clearer picture of the nature of inequality in finance. This will help identify the key issues and the worst performing parts of the sector in terms of sex discrimination.
Final terms of reference will be published in March 2009 when the Commission will begin to formally gather evidence.
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Draft terms of reference for section 16 inquiry into sex discrimination in the finance sector
To inquire into the extent and nature of sex discrimination in relation to employment, retention and promotion within specific sub-sectors of the finance sector [to be decided].
To inquire into equal pay and equal pay trends within these sub-sectors.
To assess and analyse the differential impact of job losses in these sub-sectors.
To examine measures used by the finance sector as a whole and by individual companies to address sex discrimination and inequalities in pay.
To make such recommendations as are appropriate.
Want to know more?
If you have any comments on these terms of reference or would like to talk to the Commission about this inquiry, please email: genderandfinance@equalityhumanrights.com.
The Equality and Human Rights Commission is a statutory body established under the Equality Act 2006, which took over the responsibilities of Commission for Racial Equality, Disability Rights Commission and Equal Opportunities Commission. It aims to reduce inequality, eliminate discrimination, strengthen good relations between people, and promote and protect human rights. To find out more visit www.equalityhumanrights.com.