What’s Happening and When The latest indication are that larger UK Employers will have to publish reports on gender gaps in pay and benefits in 2018 and whilst this may seem like a long way off, It is probable that the reporting period will be on the 2017/18 financial year. Which leaves just 9 months for employers to ensure their pay and benefits offer is non-discriminatory. The Drivers Behind Reporting Despite the Equal Pay Act being introduced some 46 years ago The 2015 Office for National Statistic’s annual survey of hours and earnings showed wide variances in gender pay. Variances were reported across all industries and services and by location, age, sector, and role. Many of the variances reported were worryingly high. For example: Within education, the average gap was 25.7% Across all industries and services it was 19.1% The Worry for Business It is probabl...