How to write a fairer, more equitable pay policy

This RadHR guide walks organisations through the many factors involved in building a fairer pay system, from an overview of radical pay approaches (including flat and needs-based structures) to the legal framework around minimum wage, equal pay, and discrimination. It critically examines common pay practices — such as pay secrecy and performance-related pay — that can entrench privilege and inequality. The guide concludes with prompt questions to support collectively designed pay policies covering fairness, transparency, objective criteria, affordability, benefits, and regular pay reviews. It is particularly useful for small charities and civil-society organisations seeking to move beyond standard pay practices.