Comparators for purposes of equal pay5

1

Section 79 of the Equality Act 2010 (comparators) is amended as follows.

2

In subsection (2), for “(3) or (4)” substitute “(3), (4), (4A) or (4B)”.

3

After subsection (4) insert—

4A

This subsection applies if a single body—

a

is responsible for setting or continuing the terms on which A and B are employed, and

b

is in a position to ensure equal treatment between A and B in respect of such terms.

4B

This subsection applies if the terms on which A and B are employed are governed by the same collective agreement.

4

After subsection (9) insert—

10

In subsection (4B) “collective agreement” has the same meaning as in the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 19926 (see section 178 of that Act).