Next warns potential store closures after losing £30m equal pay case involving 3,500 employees.
British retailer Next has warned it could close stores after losing a £30 million equal pay case involving over 3,500 employees. An employment tribunal ruled that Next must pay female store staff the same wages as male warehouse workers, citing gender discrimination. While the company plans to appeal, it cautions that losing could lead to increased costs and impact its ability to maintain profitability, with potential effects on its warehouse operations as well.
September 18, 2024
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