Decision details

The recommendations of the Independent Remuneration Panel were debated, including the recommendation for a rise in allowances in line with the employee pay award.

RESOLVED that:

1.       Members allowances be increased for 2025/26 in line with the employee pay award (anticipated at 3%).

2.       An increase of £600 be applied to the basic allowance to decrease the gap between this Council and the Council with the next lowest allowances in Nottinghamshire.

3.       An allowance of £900 be awarded for the role of Deputy Portfolio Holder.