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Gender Pay Gap Narrows in Most Departments, Progress Reported

1/3/2025

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In 16 of 17 government departments, men earned more than women, except in the Department of Children, where women had a 3.5% pay advantage.
The gender pay gap narrowed in 11 departments, particularly in Finance, dropping from 10% to 4.3%.
Women hold more junior roles and fewer senior positions across departments.
Lidl Ireland reported a 5.2% mean gender pay gap and a 0% median gap, showcasing progress in gender equity.

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Story summary

In 16 of 17 government departments, men earned more than women, except in the Department of Children, where women had a 3.5% pay advantage.
The gender pay gap narrowed in 11 departments, particularly in Finance, dropping from 10% to 4.3%.
Women hold more junior roles and fewer senior positions across departments.
Lidl Ireland reported a 5.2% mean gender pay gap and a 0% median gap, showcasing progress in gender equity.