Leeds City Council and GMB Union Reach Partial Equal Pay Settlement

Leeds City Council and GMB Union Reach Partial Equal Pay Settlement

November 10, 2025 Off By

Progress made in ongoing equal pay claims discussions

Leeds City Council and the GMB Union have announced an agreement concerning specific elements of equal pay claims brought by the union on behalf of its members. The settlement marks a step forward in ongoing negotiations aimed at addressing pay disparities within the council workforce.

Details of the agreement

The agreement covers particular aspects of the equal pay claims submitted by the GMB Union. Both parties emphasise that this settlement relates only to certain elements of the claims, with further discussions planned for the new year regarding the remaining issues. These outstanding claims involve different legal considerations and are described as more complex, requiring additional time to fully assess their implications.

Statements from involved parties

  • GMB Senior Organiser Desiree Johnston said the agreement represents meaningful progress and highlights the benefits of genuine dialogue between the union and the council. She noted that while work remains, the current step reflects a shared commitment to fairness and equality for council workers in Leeds. The union looks forward to continuing constructive talks in the coming months.
  • A Leeds City Council spokesperson expressed satisfaction at reaching this stage of agreement and praised the positive, collaborative approach taken so far. The council reaffirmed its commitment to carefully and transparently addressing the remaining issues, emphasising that fairness and equality across the workforce remain a priority.

Next steps

Both Leeds City Council and the GMB Union have committed to maintaining open and transparent discussions as negotiations continue. Further updates are expected in the new year as the parties work to resolve the outstanding elements of the equal pay claims.

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