Decision - Review of Council Pay Structures
Decision maker
Policy & Resources Committee
Report author
Kenneth Simpson
Published
9 Feb 2023
Reference
6865
As published
the council's own words, uneditedRESOLVED : That Committee noted the work that has been undertaken and the conclusions set out in the report.
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The review concluded that Brighton & Hove City Council should not pursue further structural changes to its pay and grading structure at this time. Instead, the Council will use its Market Supplement Policy to address recruitment problems in specific roles and continue reviewing pay, benefits and affordability.
Recommendation
That Committee notes the work that has been undertaken and the conclusions set out in the report.
Financial impact
No direct financial implications arising from the recommendation; future pay changes would have significant financial implications and must be considered in the context of affordability.
Ward affected
city-wide
Decision maker
Policy & Resources Committee
Date in document
9 Feb 2023
Stakeholders named
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Council staffTrade UnionsUnisonGMBschools
Next steps
parsed- Complete the review of the Market Supplement Policy and consultation with Trade Unions before 2023-03-31.
- Further consider the design of the pay and grading structure in the next financial year in the context of the Medium Term Financial Strategy.
- Continue reviewing and communicating non-pay benefits and financial wellbeing support through the Our People Strategy.
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