The persistence of gender-based pay inequality presents not only a social issue for US society but also a significant business challenge. Our recent research highlights that, despite decades of effort, female employees and professionals still earn, on average, 15% less than their male counterparts.
A recent report by the Low Pay Commission (LPC) has unveiled that an alarming number of 371,000 workers were underpaid in April 2024, a significant figure that demands immediate attention from stakeholders. This number marks a slight increase from the previous year, although it remains lower than
Shoe Zone, a well-known retailer with headquarters in Leicester, has announced the closure of several stores, attributing this development primarily to the increased wage costs following the chancellor’s budget announcement in October. Citing “significant additional costs,” Shoe Zone explained that
Salary sacrifice schemes have undergone a significant transformation over the past five years, evolving from traditional benefits to becoming a key driver in promoting sustainability and providing substantial cost savings. Initially, these schemes were primarily used for long-term benefits, with
Jennifer Martinez, the Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer (CDEIO) at Hanson Bridgett LLP, is a driving force in the legal industry's push towards greater inclusivity and equity. With a background as a seasoned employment lawyer, Martinez brings extensive experience in representing
The workplace is supposed to be a space where everyone, regardless of their physical or mental condition, can perform their job effectively, but many workers face ongoing accessibility issues that hinder their productivity and participation. According to Deloitte’s Disability Inclusion at Work
