Top court rejects Tesco appeal in equal pay case
UKPulse News Desk
The Supreme Court has blocked Tesco from appealing a key ruling in a long-running equal pay claim brought by over 16,000 shop workers.
- Tesco's appeal was rejected by the Supreme Court
- The case involves over 16,000 shop workers
- The claims are worth a potential £4bn
The Supreme Court has blocked Tesco from appealing a key ruling in a long-running equal pay claim brought by more than 16,000 shop workers. The court rejected Tesco's application to appeal earlier this month.
Kiran Daurka, employment partner at Leigh Day, said: 'This is a significant outcome for the 16,000 Tesco workers we represent and brings Tesco's challenge on this issue to an end.'
Why this matters: The decision has significant implications for the 16,000 Tesco workers involved in the case.
What this means for you: If you are a Tesco shop worker, this decision may affect your equal pay claim.