Female Offaly County Council staff being paid slightly more than males

A gender pay gap report published by Offaly County Council this week has shown that its female members of staff are being paid, on average, almost 2% more than its male staff.

Employers with more than 50 employees in Ireland are required to publish their gender pay gap data.

The report by Offaly County Council, which is published on its website here, states that, as of the end of June this year, the gender breakdown of its staff was 55% female and 45% male.

The report showed a gender pay gap of of -1.97%, reflecting the fact that that, on average, females were being paid 1.97% more than males in the local authority.

The report also showed that, at the end of June, approximately 22% of all Offaly County Council employees were working part-time and, of these part-time staff, 52% were male and 48% were female.

Commenting after the publication of the report, Offaly County Council said: "We are committed to fostering and maintaining an open and inclusive workplace community and addressing any workplace barriers to equality.

"Our employees have equal opportunities for recognition and career development and are treated fairly and equitably."

The council added: "The work of local authorities is integral to everyone’s life in Ireland. Our staff are key to the development of communities across County Offaly.

"As an employer, Offaly County Council strives to offer a positive and supportive environment for all our employees. This includes great learning and development and career progression opportunities, blended working, flexible and family-friendly arrangements."