Two thirds of working mothers feel their promotions at work have been blocked
The aul Motherhood Penalty seems to be at it again… A recent survey of 2,000 professionals in Ireland has revealed some of the challenges faced by working mothers. According to the survey by Robert Walters, a specialist recruitment firm, workplaces in Ireland aren’t exactly providing the support packages, pay raises, and promotions that these hardworking […]
3 years ago
An Post reduces gender pay gap from 3.7% to zero
The company maintains that they are the first major Irish organisation to report a zero % pay gap. The Irish postal service An Post has taken steps to reduce the company’s gender pay gap from 3.7% to zero. As reported in Breaking News, the organisation said that it aims to keep the pay gap between […]
5 years ago
Study shows female graduates are set to earn 14% less than males
The pay gap is still visible. Women are expected to earn less in their first graduate roles than their male counterparts, according to new studies. The salaries that women expect to earn after they graduate from university is much lower than what men expect to earn across different sectors. In new research carried out by […]
5 years ago
Is Holly Willoughby getting paid the same amount as Dec Donelly for I’m A Celeb?
Food for thought. The lovely Holly Willoughby was recently announced as Ant McPartlin’s replacement on I’m A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here. She will co-host the reality show, alongside Dec Donnelly. In a recent interview with Keith Lemon, Holly opened up about her pay for hosting the popular show. Keith asked: “Are you getting […]
8 years ago
Boys Get More Pocket Money Than Girls – AND They’re Totally Fine With That
The gender pay gap means that men in full time work earn more than 14.2 per cent more than women, but it’s not just grown-ups who are losing out. According to a new survey involving 1,200 children and 575 parents, boys even outearn girls when it comes to pocket money. While the average weekly allowance has […]
11 years ago
Working Fathers Get A 21% Wage Bonus (Mums LOSE Money)
Woman’s struggle to have a family while maintaining her hard-won position on the career ladder is well documented, but new research reveals becoming a father can actually increase rather than reduce your salary. In fact, research by the think tank IPPR and TUC reveals that working dads can expect to earn up to 21 per cent more […]
11 years ago