Simply put: If some of your shops become unviable because you are having to pay equal pay to male & female employees, then previously they were kept open earning profits that were directly attributable to gender exploitation....

Next has revealed itself to be dealing in sexism on an institutional level..... This isn't economics, its prejudice!

#workers #sexism #genderpaygap

theguardian.com/business/2024/…

Next says it may close stores if £30m equal pay claim is upheld

Retailer says some shops may become unviable despite annual profits nearing £1bn amid international expansion

^{Sarah Butler (The Guardian)}