The UK pay picture – and why it varies
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The UK pay picture – and why it varies

Nurses are still awaiting a 2024-25 pay offer, with the announcement of a UK general election set to cause further delay. The NHS Pay Review Body (RB), which makes pay recommendations for most Agenda for Change (AfC) staff in the UK, is considering evidence from staff side unions, the government and NHS Employers. While the RB may publish its recommendations, rules restricting government announcements during an election campaign mean any ministerial response would have to wait until after the 4 July results. The RB will make separate recommendations for Wales and Northern Ireland, based on evidence from the governments and unions there. The Scottish Government, which has undertaken direct negotiations with unions representing AfC staff since 2018, has yet to commit to a timescale for 2024-25. We look at how the picture differs in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, including last year’s offer.

Nursing Standard. 39, 6, 6-7. doi: 10.7748/ns.39.6.6.s2

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