Gender Pay Gap Report published by Meath County Council

Meath County Council has recently published its Gender Pay Gap Report, highlighting the percentage difference between what men and women are paid on average in the organisation, irrespective of roles or levels.

The 2025 report shows a Gender Pay Gap of 6.09%. This figure reflects the fact that on average, males are paid 6.09% more than females in 2025.

However, the Median Gender Pay Gap shows that the median rate of pay for females is 4.43% higher than the median rate of pay for males in the Council.

Employers with more than 50 employees in Ireland are required to publish their gender pay gap data before the end of 2025 and within five months of their reference date.

Meath County Council and all local authorities in the country have 30th June 2025 as the reference date.

Commenting following the publication of the report, Meath County Council Chief Executive Kieran Kehoe said: “We are committed to fostering and maintaining an open and inclusive workplace community at Meath County Council and to addressing any workplace barriers to equality. Our employees have equal opportunities for recognition and career development and are treated fairly and equitably.

The work of local authorities is integral to everyone’s life in Ireland. Our staff are key to the development of communities across County Meath. Meath County Council is a fantastic place to work, and we encourage anyone looking for a job in Meath click here or here to see what we have to offer.”

The Council’s Gender Pay Gap report can be found here.