Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: November 5, 2024

Purpose:

Content: Under Regulation 10 of the Local Authorities (Executive Arrangements)(Meetings and Access to information)(England) Regulations 2012,  as agreed prior to and at the meeting with the Chair of Corporate Performance Panel, the matter would not be subject to call in to ensure the preparatory work can be progressed in time for the payroll deadline. RESOLVED:   1)          That with effect from 1st April 2024 an annual pay award of £1,290 (pro rata for part time employees) be paid as a consolidated, permanent addition to salaries for all staff earning less than or equal to the equivalent of National Joint Council pay point 43 (equivalent to £51,515 per annum). 2)             That with effect from 1st April 2024 a permanent salary increase of 2.5% be paid to all staff earning the above NJC spine point 43 (equivalent to £51,515 or more per annum).    Reason for Decision   To implement an annual pay increase for employees which reflects the approach taken by the National Joint Council for local government services in relation to cost of living pay increases for employees for the 2024/25 financial year.