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Equal Pay Statement

NORTH  GLASGOW  COLLEGE

Equal  Pay  Statement - Under Review

Equal  Pay  Statement - Report On Progress

North Glasgow College supports the principle of equality and believes as part of that principle that male and female staff should receive equal pay for the same or broadly similar work, for work rated as equivalent and for work of equal value (other than where the difference in pay is genuinely due to a material factor which is not the difference of sex). 

The College is committed to ensuring that procedures to determine pay and conditions for employment for all staff do not discriminate unlawfully and are free from bias.

The relevant legislation concerning equal pay is found within the Equal Pay Act 1970 as amended and the Pensions Act 1995, as amended.  It is included in other United Kingdom (UK) legislation, European Community law, EU Directives and resultant UK Regulations.  The College takes full consideration of both UK and European legislation when implementing its pay systems.

The College believes that it is good management practice and in the interests of the College that pay is awarded fairly and equitably.  It is important that employees have confidence in the process of eliminating gender bias and the College is therefore committed to working in partnership with the recognised Trade Unions to ensure that equal pay is provided.

It is recognised that, in order to achieve the principle of equal pay for employees doing equal work, the College should operate a pay system, which is transparent, based on objective criteria and free from gender bias.  By eliminating gender bias in the College’s pay system it sends a positive message to staff.  The College recognises that avoiding unfair discrimination will improve morale and enhance efficiency.

It is recognised that pay includes pensions, discretionary bonuses or allowances, sick pay as well as other additional benefits.

The college’s objectives are to:

·         Identify and eliminate any unfair, unjust or unlawful practices that impact on pay; and

·         Take appropriate remedial action.

In order to put its commitment to providing equal pay into practice, the college will:

·         Conduct an equal pay audit;

·         Consistently monitor and review existing and future pay practices;

·         Provide training and guidance for those staff directly involved in decisions about pay and benefits, and

·         Continue to work in partnership with the recognised trade unions.