Do you really know? Are men still being paid more than women?
May 4, 2025
Men continue to earn more than women for the same roles, with a persistent wage gap of 9.4%. In the public sector, this disparity is even higher, at 15.1%. Progress towards closing the gap is excruciatingly slow, predicted to take over 20 years. Experts emphasize the need for urgent action and systemic change. They also provide practical advice for those seeking wage increases, highlighting that advocacy and awareness are crucial in combating this inequality.
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Persistent Gender Pay Gap
- Men still earn 9.4% more than women for the same work, unchanged since 2017.
- The gender pay gap is larger in public sectors (15.1%) than private ones (8%).
Slow Progress on Closing Gap
- The gender pay gap is closing very slowly and may take over 20 years to close.
- Ministers must act now to prevent another generation of women being underpaid.
Sectoral Gender Pay Disparities
- Women face pay inequality in top roles, especially in banking and finance (22.1% less pay).
- Some sectors show very stark gaps like EasyJet (53p to every £1 men earn).