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Close the Gap works in Scotland on women’s participation in the labour market. We work with policymakers, employers and employees to influence and enable action to address the causes of women’s inequality at work.

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For employers

Taking action to close the gender pay gap in your organisation could boost productivity and protect the business from costly tribunal claims.

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For policymakers

Ensuring that your policies, programmes and services consider the needs of women and men will advance gender equality.

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For union reps

As a workplace rep, you have an important role to play in promoting equality for women and men.

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For individuals

Equal pay makes a difference to working men and women. You can help to make your workplace fair and flexible.

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Latest publications

Submission to the Economy, Energy and Fair Work Committee on the Scottish National Investment Bank BillSubmission to the Economy, Energy and Fair Work Committee on the Scottish National Investment Bank Bill Close the Gap's written submission to the Scottish Parliament Economy, Energy and Fair Work Committee's call for evidence on the Scottish National Investment Bank Bill.

Still Not Visible: Research on Black and minority ethnic women's experiences of employment in ScotlandStill Not Visible: Research on Black and minority ethnic women's experiences of employment in Scotland

Close the Gap Parliamentary Briefing: Progressing Towards a Fairer Scotland for Disabled PeopleClose the Gap Parliamentary Briefing: Progressing Towards a Fairer Scotland for Disabled People

Call for participants: Research on managing paid work with caring rolesCall for participants: Research on managing paid work with caring roles

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Call for participants: Research on managing paid work with caring roles Would you be interested in taking part in research which will expand the evidence base on the gender pay gap in Scotland?

Close the Gap’s new research finds three-quarters of BME women have experienced racism, discrimination and bias at work

January's news roundup

We are recruiting new trustees!

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  • closethepaygap profile imageUnclear progression routes, poor recruitment and retention practices, and a lack of quality part time roles are all key factors that contribute to occupational segregation in the workplace. theguardian.com/business… 4 days ago
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Close the Gap SCIO (known as Close the Gap) is a Scottish charity, SC046842.

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