Pay Inequality
Hackney Council is currently examining its gender pay gap, which shows women earn more on average but men are over-represented in lower pay roles.
Hackney Council's gender pay gap report in September 2026 revealed that women on average earn approximately 5% more than men. However, men are over-represented in the lowest pay quartile, according to a report presented to the Corporate Committee. This indicates men are less likely to be employed in certain council roles, such as trades.
The report also stated that women are 5-10% overrepresented in the top three pay quartiles, but under-represented in the bottom quartile. This highlights the distribution of genders across different pay levels within the council. No further discussions or decisions regarding pay inequality are currently scheduled.
Key facts
- Hackney Council's Gender and Ethnicity Pay Gap 2026 Report was presented in September 2026. Source
- Women at Hackney Council earn approximately 5% more than men on average. Source
- Men are over-represented in Hackney Council's lowest pay quartile. Source
- Women are 5-10% overrepresented in Hackney Council's top three pay quartiles. Source
- Women are under-represented in Hackney Council roles such as trades. Source
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