Scotland's public sector pay outpaces rest of UK, driving up wage billScottish public sector employees have received higher pay increases compared to the rest of the UK, impacting finances.
Pay gulf widens between public and private sectors under StarmerPublic sector workers earn 6% more than private sector workers, with rising pay settlements widening the gap significantly.The pay disparity is raising concerns about inflation and public spending priorities.
Scotland's public sector pay outpaces rest of UK, driving up wage billScottish public sector employees have received higher pay increases compared to the rest of the UK, impacting finances.
Pay gulf widens between public and private sectors under StarmerPublic sector workers earn 6% more than private sector workers, with rising pay settlements widening the gap significantly.The pay disparity is raising concerns about inflation and public spending priorities.
MPs' pay set to increase 2.8% to 93,904 in AprilMPs' salaries are set to rise by 2.8% in April, influenced by public sector pay negotiations.
Hunt accuses Reeves of preparing to use inflation as cover for planned' tax hikeChancellor Rachel Reeves hints at above-inflation pay rises for public sector workers amid rising inflation.
Unions to press Labour for pay restoration' deals for public sectorUnions are advocating for above-inflation pay restoration for public sector workers affected by a decade of real-term salary declines.
Government recommends 2.8% pay rise for public sectorThe proposed 2.8% pay rise for public sector workers is criticized for being inadequate, barely exceeding inflation and worsening recruitment challenges.
Improve productivity for more pay, public sector toldPublic sector pay increases will require improvements in productivity to be above inflation, sparking union discontent.Proposed 2.8% pay rise for public sector is seen as inadequate amidst inflation concerns.
Bank of England dismisses Tory claims public sector pay rises will stoke inflationThe Bank of England's governor dismisses concerns that public sector pay rises will significantly impact inflation and interest rates.
Hunt accuses Reeves of preparing to use inflation as cover for planned' tax hikeChancellor Rachel Reeves hints at above-inflation pay rises for public sector workers amid rising inflation.
Unions to press Labour for pay restoration' deals for public sectorUnions are advocating for above-inflation pay restoration for public sector workers affected by a decade of real-term salary declines.
Government recommends 2.8% pay rise for public sectorThe proposed 2.8% pay rise for public sector workers is criticized for being inadequate, barely exceeding inflation and worsening recruitment challenges.
Improve productivity for more pay, public sector toldPublic sector pay increases will require improvements in productivity to be above inflation, sparking union discontent.Proposed 2.8% pay rise for public sector is seen as inadequate amidst inflation concerns.
Bank of England dismisses Tory claims public sector pay rises will stoke inflationThe Bank of England's governor dismisses concerns that public sector pay rises will significantly impact inflation and interest rates.
Unions tell Reeves they expect huge pay rise in new year despite Budget black holeUnion leaders are preparing for a confrontation over public sector pay rises amid rising economic pressures.
Unite calls for 1% wealth tax on super-rich to fund UK public sector pay risesUnite calls for a 1% wealth tax on the super-rich to fund public sector raises and NHS staffing.
The Guardian view on trade unions: good for capitalism | EditorialRightwing backlash against public sector pay rises illustrates deepening tensions in labor relations and the ongoing effects of austerity on essential services.
Future pay deals will be shaped by tough decisions, Starmer to tell TUCStarmer warns public sector unions that future pay deals will be influenced by economic stability.
Union anger over Labour government's insulting' 2.8% public sector pay planThe proposed 2.8% pay rise for public sector workers is deemed insufficient by trade unions amid rising living costs.
Unions do worry' Starmer's Labour won't deliver inflation pay risesUnions demand Labour to reverse public sector pay decline.
Unions tell Reeves they expect huge pay rise in new year despite Budget black holeUnion leaders are preparing for a confrontation over public sector pay rises amid rising economic pressures.
Unite calls for 1% wealth tax on super-rich to fund UK public sector pay risesUnite calls for a 1% wealth tax on the super-rich to fund public sector raises and NHS staffing.
The Guardian view on trade unions: good for capitalism | EditorialRightwing backlash against public sector pay rises illustrates deepening tensions in labor relations and the ongoing effects of austerity on essential services.
Future pay deals will be shaped by tough decisions, Starmer to tell TUCStarmer warns public sector unions that future pay deals will be influenced by economic stability.
Union anger over Labour government's insulting' 2.8% public sector pay planThe proposed 2.8% pay rise for public sector workers is deemed insufficient by trade unions amid rising living costs.
Unions do worry' Starmer's Labour won't deliver inflation pay risesUnions demand Labour to reverse public sector pay decline.
Public sector pay deals help drive up UK borrowingGovernment borrowing increased significantly in October due to record debt interest payments and rising public sector pay, indicating fiscal challenges ahead.
UK unemployment rises while regular wage growth slows; bitcoin breaks $89,000 business liveThe job market is experiencing a loosening trend amid rising wage growth and increasing employer costs.
Public sector workers need above-inflation pay rises, says TUC chiefPublic sector workers deserve legitimate pay restoration deals to compensate for significant real-terms salary cuts over the past decade.
Rachel Reeves defends Labour's cut to winter fuel allowanceRachel Reeves justifies unpopular cuts as necessary for economic recovery, aiming to build a fair and opportunity-driven Britain.
No blank cheques for unions over pay, says ReevesThe Labour government insists on no blank cheques for unions while addressing public sector pay disputes with necessary above-inflation deals.
Unite criticises Starmer's bleak vision of Britain' as Sunak says warning of painful' budget lays ground for tax rises liveSharon Graham calls for immediate action from Labour to support workers and public services, opposing austerity measures and advocating for a wealth tax.
Public sector workers need above-inflation pay rises, says TUC chiefPublic sector workers deserve legitimate pay restoration deals to compensate for significant real-terms salary cuts over the past decade.
Rachel Reeves defends Labour's cut to winter fuel allowanceRachel Reeves justifies unpopular cuts as necessary for economic recovery, aiming to build a fair and opportunity-driven Britain.
No blank cheques for unions over pay, says ReevesThe Labour government insists on no blank cheques for unions while addressing public sector pay disputes with necessary above-inflation deals.
Unite criticises Starmer's bleak vision of Britain' as Sunak says warning of painful' budget lays ground for tax rises liveSharon Graham calls for immediate action from Labour to support workers and public services, opposing austerity measures and advocating for a wealth tax.
UK government will stand firm on plan to cut winter fuel payments, says ministerThe UK government will not reverse planned cuts to winter fuel payments for pensioners, maintaining its position despite significant pushback from MPs.
Scottish government raids 460m green energy fund for public sector pay risesScottish ministers are utilizing a green energy fund to address unforeseen public sector pay expenses while cutting non-essential spending.
Scottish ministers largely to blame for spending crisis, says watchdogScottish ministers' financial mismanagement on public sector pay is causing a spending crisis leading to severe cuts in non-essential services.
Britain could be a sci-tech superpower if the Treasury stopped holding it back I Will HuttonThe UK economy faces challenges in growing significant tech companies despite having a strong research and venture capital base.
Labour must be prepared to spend to achieve real growth | Observer editorialPublic sector workers require above-inflation pay rises to tackle recruitment and retention challenges, amidst a history of declining real wages since 2010.
Who is Louise Haigh? Labour transport boss who has struck pay deal with rail unionNew pay proposal aims to resolve rail strikes, but fresh actions remain a threat to stability.
Britain's Treasury chief vows to run the economy with 'iron discipline' amid demands for pay raisesNew British Treasury chief plans iron discipline for the economy but hints at above-inflation pay raises for public sector workers to address strikes and strife.
Public sector pay rises could cost up to 10 billion, economist warnsGovernment may need up to 10 billion for public sector pay increases if reports of a 5.5% rise are true.
Five big problems the Starmer government has to fixDecisions on public sector pay rises and local government funding are urgent challenges for the new UK government.