I have been working at my workplace for nearly one year and I know
that I do not get paid an equal salary compared to someone who does
the same things in their job as me.

I do not know if this is discrimination however I am being paid four
thousand pound less than the other person in question- for doing the
same tasks in my job (however I have a different job title). I have
suffered with some mental health issues over the last seven years for
which I have and do currently receive treatment, and my employees have
been told about my history and how I am covered under the disability
discrimination act. I have read the DDA but do not see any part
relating to salary; however I feel that it is discrimination. I have
more experience and have done better academically than my colleague
who is now being paid more than me.

Is this unlawful discrimination and what could I do about it? What
area of the DDA would cover me with regard to this kind of
discrimination?

Jay

On 9 Dec, 21:04, subP...@gmail.com wrote:
> I have been working at my workplace for nearly one year and I know
> that I do not get paid an equal salary compared to someone who does
> the same things in their job as me.
>
> I do not know if this is discrimination however I am being paid four
> thousand pound less than the other person in question- for doing the
> same tasks in my job (however I have a different job title). I have
> suffered with some mental health issues over the last seven years for
> which I have and do currently receive treatment, and my employees have
> been told about my history and how I am covered under the disability
> discrimination act. I have read the DDA but do not see any part
> relating to salary; however I feel that it is discrimination. I have
> more experience and have done better academically than my colleague
> who is now being paid more than me.
>
> Is this unlawful discrimination and what could I do about it? What
> area of the DDA would cover me with regard to this kind of
> discrimination?
>
> Jay

Different job title? Then its commonly different pay.
Usually find some differences between jobs - responsibilities, extra
duties etc. You might not see the different stuff, but will usually be
in the job description or actual duties.


Academics don't count. Never come across a company yet that pays more
money for having more academic qualifications. Though many jobs
require certain minimums. Time doing the job in that company commonly
counts - someone been there years is often on more than someone fairly
new.

If you feel strongly enough about discrimination, take the company to
a tribunal over it. Just be aware that you can lose - and have costs,
plus commonly company won't be happy with you working there.
But seek professional advice over the issue first.

Martin  <><