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UK Starts 15-Week Equal Pay Consultation, Targets Loopholes

7/15/2026

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The UK government launched a 15-week equal-pay reform consultation on 14 July 2026.
Minister Seema Malhotra said it will close outsourcing loopholes, boost transparency and speed claims.
The Office for Equality and Opportunity reported thousands of stuck discrimination cases and gaps for women, minorities and disabled workers.
The evidence call (April-June) received 176 submissions noting weaker race and disability protection than sex and will close at 5 pm on 27 October 2026.

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The UK government launched a 15-week equal-pay reform consultation on 14 July 2026.
Minister Seema Malhotra said it will close outsourcing loopholes, boost transparency and speed claims.
The Office for Equality and Opportunity reported thousands of stuck discrimination cases and gaps for women, minorities and disabled workers.
The evidence call (April-June) received 176 submissions noting weaker race and disability protection than sex and will close at 5 pm on 27 October 2026.