Harcus Parker Equal Pay Team

22/11/2023

"An equal pay claim brought by shop floor workers at Tesco has moved a step closer to resolution". Harcus Parker acts for thousands of shop floor staff. Find out more.

An equal pay claim brought by shop floor workers at Tesco has moved a step closer to resolution, a law firm says.

05/10/2023

Harcus Sinclair UK Limited is now trading as Harcus Parker Employment. Our website is still www.equalpayaction.com

27/06/2023

FAQ: What is the case against Tesco? The claim is that Tesco has been underpaying its store staff. Under the Equality Act, an employer is required to pay employees of different sexes the same amount if they do “work of equal value”. In this case, we say that the predominantly female store staff do work of equal value to the predominantly male distribution centre staff. Distribution centre staff are paid as much as £3 per hour more than store staff. We say Tesco is breaking the law.

Equal Pay Action: Join the shop workers' no-win, no-fee equal pay claim against Tesco, find out more about equal pay issues, and join the discussion.

23/06/2023

News: Tesco have replaced their solicitors, Herbert Smith Freehills. Herbert Smith have been representing Tesco since 2018 and acted for them in the recent Stage 2 hearing.

Tesco’s new solicitors are Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer.

20/06/2023

FAQ: Why should I join?

Your reasons for joining will be personal, but there are three main reasons to join the claim:

(1) Compensation. You may be entitled to benefits including back pay for up to six years, as well as an improvement in your hourly rate of pay. How much you can claim will depend on things like how long you have worked for Tesco, but most claims will be worth several thousand pounds.

(2) Equality. Taking action is a step towards eradicating inequality in the workplace. Without it, employers’ attitudes are unlikely to change.

(3) Accountability. Bringing a claim holds the employers to account for choosing to reward men and women differently for work of equal value.

14/06/2023

FAQ: I’m a man. Can I claim?

Yes, if the women are successful in their claims, it would be unfair if your pay were not adjusted as well. Your claim will be a ‘piggyback’ claim. You should register now so that we can issue your claim and maximise your claim period.

06/06/2023

It can be intimidating to stand up for your rights. Fear of retaliation can be real - and daunting.

But did you know? 42,000 people are now bringing equal pay claims against Tesco. Shoulder to shoulder. You are not alone.

06/06/2023

FAQ: Which jobs are included?

This current campaign is for all store workers who are currently paid at an hourly rate, or were paid at an hourly rate in the past 6 years. We are not bringing claims for store managers.

You cannot claim if you work in a distribution centre (unless you have worked in a store!)

01/06/2023

FAQ: How much am I owed?

It depends on how many hours you worked and when you put your claim in.

Claims could be worth in excess of £50,000, although the average claim will be lower.

24/05/2023

FAQ: Will I be disciplined if I claim?

No.

Tesco has confirmed in writing that it will not subject anyone who brings an equal pay claim to adverse treatment. Exercising your right to claim should not affect your ongoing employment in any way. If you feel that you are being treated differently by your employer as a result of your claim, please contact us immediately.

15/05/2023

FAQ: How much does it cost to join?

Harcus Sinclair is acting on a no-win, no-fee basis. This means that if the claim is unsuccessful you will not have to pay anything for the work that has been done on your case. If the claim is successful we will deduct a portion of the compensation you are awarded as our fee.

09/05/2023

FAQ: Will I get a pay-out even if I don’t join?

That depends on Tesco. However, only those Tesco store workers who took part in the case will be entitled to compensation for back pay. This could be worth tens of thousands of pounds.