The UK government plans to make it a legal requirement for employers to publish salaries in job adverts. Prime Minister Andy Burnham said jobseekers should know what a role pays before spending time applying.
Government figures show that 41% of employers always publish salary ranges, while 18% always state specific salaries. Ministers say upfront pay information can help applicants identify suitable roles and expose unjustified differences in pay.
The requirement was backed by 94% of respondents to a government consultation, including 93% of businesses. The government plans to introduce legislation as soon as possible. In the meantime, the Prime Minister has urged employers to publish salaries now.
