Unequal pay: A critical crossroads for public sector sustain

In an era where fairness and equality are paramount, the conversation around equal pay has never been more critical.

As local authorities navigate the complexities of equal pay legislation, understanding the nuances of pay equity is essential for fostering a sustainable and just workforce. With over 20 local authorities currently embroiled in equal pay disputes – and the potential for new legislation addressing race and disability pay gaps – it's time to take proactive steps toward ensuring equitable pay practices.

Drawing on the extensive expertise within Marsh McLennan, our panel features, Victoria Evans (Partner, Oliver Wyman), Lisa Trewhitt (Principal, Reward and Talent, Mercer) and Lucy Iremonger (Senior Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Manager, Mercer). They will discuss this critical issue and provide valuable insights and strategies to help local authorities address pay equity challenges effectively.

The definitions of equal pay and pay equity and the regulatory context
What organisations are required to do
Recent litigation and its impact on public sector reward strategies
Managing equal pay risks
Discretion vs. structural inequities
- Building equity checks into trade union negotiations
- Examining factors driving pay differences
- Ensuring pay equity across the organisation

Unequal pay: A critical crossroads for public sector sustainability

In an era where fairness and equality are paramount, the conversation around equal pay has never been more critical.