Ministers are prompted to enhance whistleblower protections within a forthcoming Equality (Race and Disability) Bill aimed at addressing race and disability pay inequalities. Employers with over 250 staff will be required to report pay disparities between different employee demographics, similar to gender pay gap reporting. The bill, part of the government’s commitment to workplace equity, may establish a regulatory unit to enforce equal pay, necessitating action plans from employers. Advocates believe legal protection for whistleblowers is crucial for compliance and trust in the reporting system.
"Support for whistleblowers is essential. There should be a confidential channel for employees to report concerns, to ensure they are not penalised."
"The proposed Equality (Race and Disability) Bill will require employers with more than 250 staff to publicly report on disparities between white and non-disabled employees and their Black, minority ethnic, and disabled colleagues."
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