The majority of workers in Ireland say they have been the victim of or have witnessed discrimination at work, according to a new study.
The 2023 Workplace Equality Survey by Matrix Recruitment found that 20% of respondents said they have personally experienced discrimination at work, while 32% said they have witnessed it.
One in five said they have both witnessed and been a victim of discrimination in the workplace.
Pay inequality, age and gender discrimination were the leading forms of inequality according to the survey.
It found that workers were also discriminated against on the grounds of disabilities, nationality and being a member of the traveller community.
The 2023 survey of more than 1,400 adults covers a wide range of workplace issues, including discrimination, racism, workplace bullying and gender pay gaps.
Around 44% of respondents said they know a colleague of the opposite sex, with the same role or responsibility, who is being paid more than them. Of those, more than half were female.
"The significant number of respondents aware of pay disparities between colleagues of the opposite sex with similar roles is deeply concerning," said Breda Dooley of Matrix Recruitment.
"It's clear that we have to continue striving to ensure that all workplaces value equality and fairness, irrespective of gender," Ms Dooley added.
"However, it is encouraging to see the increasing number of individuals willing to address the issue with their bosses, indicating a growing desire for change."
