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'Sensible' | Government 'pauses' plans for race & disability pay gap lawsuits

Downing Street sign Westminster London

The Government has reportedly put on hold plans to allow workers to take legal action against employers over race and disability pay gaps, amid concerns the reforms could add further regulatory pressure on businesses already facing sweeping employment law changes.

According to The Sun, the proposals - which featured in Labour’s election manifesto and were referenced in last year’s King’s Speech - will not be included in the Government’s upcoming legislative agenda, expected in May.

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