Data from the Office for National Statistics reveals that in 2023 disabled employees earned an average of £2 less per hour than their non-disabled colleagues. However recent analysis by Trades Union Congress found that the disability pay gap has increased to around 17.2%, equating to £2.35 per hour or £4,300 annually. This gap may be particularly pronounced in sectors like travel and tourism, where physical demands and attitudinal barriers create additional hurdles for disabled workers. So why is there such a gap?
The disability pay gap may be worse for travel employees – here’s why
Training
Savannah Wilkinson
25 November 2024
The disability pay gap is a persistent issue that continues to impact disabled employees across the UK and within the travel industry. Despite progress in disability rights and workplace inclusion, this disparity significantly affects the lives of disabled employees, limiting their earning potential, career growth, and overall quality of life.
The guides cover an initial 200 hotels (Credit: iStock)
Register for free to continue reading
Get unlimited access to the latest travel industry news and analysis, comment on articles and sign up to newsletters.
Register for free
Already registered? Login here or below.
Having difficulty logging in? Try these tips, or contact support@ttgmedia.com
