CEO pay in the UK is spiralling out of control. The median FTSE 100 boss now takes home £4.5 million a year – while millions struggle to live on the minimum wage. If we can set a minimum wage, why not a maximum pay cap? In this video, I explore why inflated executive pay is unjustified, how it fuels inequality, and how a cap – at around £370,000 – could rebalance our economy. Would a maximum pay cap strengthen fairness, rebuild trust in business, and restore democracy? Watch to find out – and let us know what you think in the poll.
01:00 – Excessive wealth and inequality in the UK
02:00 – Risk takers vs salaried employees: debunking the myth
03:15 – How inflated pay impacts morale and society
04:30 – Minimum wage vs living standards in the UK
05:15 – Suggested pay ratios: High Pay Centre & median pay
06:30 – Reality check: FTSE 100 CEO and director salaries
07:30 – Pay gap ratios: CEOs vs minimum/median wage
08:15 – Defining pay: bonuses, perks, and potential loopholes
09:15 – Public interest companies and enforcement
10:15 – Private companies and tax relief considerations
11:00 – Addressing “talent flight” concerns
11:45 – Benefits of pay caps for society, business, and fairness
12:45 – Regulation, accountability, and closing loopholes
13:30 – Conclusion: Rebalancing pay for justice and economic fairness
14:00 – Call to action and viewer engagement
Credit to : Richard J Murphy