Sunderland Council loses equal pay judgement
The council has lost part of an 8-year legal battle against compensation claims from a group of female caterers, cleaners and carers. The judgement paves the way for future payouts.
Sunderland Council in equal pay battle
Sunderland Council has lost part of an eight year legal battle against claims for compensation over equal pay.
Women employed by the authority said they'd been paid less than men for doing equivalent jobs.
Their case relates to bonuses dating back to the 1970's where male workers were often paid up to 50% more.
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