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Equality North East

Thousands in line for cash after equal pay claim

THOUSANDS of low-paid workers could be in line for a bumper payout after a tribunal ruling.

Up to 170 male workers at South Tyneside Council have been given the green light to pursue claims of up to £50,000 each after winning a landmark case.

And the ruling could open the door for thousands of other low-paid council workers to claim back cash.

The action was brought by male workers at the council after female employees won an equal pay deal in 2004.

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July 1, 2009

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