News
32% of pay rises worth 4% or more, IDR finds
The median pay award across the economy fell from 3.5% to 3.3%, the first time it has fallen below 3.5% since December 2025.
Pay Rises
News
AI skills now shape pay rises and promotions for UK workers, data reveals
The study from HiBob found that 63% of firms link AI skills to promotion decisions, 61% to performance ratings, and 31% to pay.
News
Over two-fifths of employers expect pay rises to match 2025 levels in 2026 – IDR
More than three-fifths of pay awards are likely to fall between 3% and 3.99%.
News
Equity pushes for major pay rises and better hours for theatre workers
Workers are calling for a five-day rehearsal week, increased holidays and better accommodation when working away from home.
Compensation & Benefits
Teachers and NHS workers to recieve pay rises up to 4%, reports The Times
The Times revealed that the independent pay review body for teachers, representing 514,000 staff, has recommended a pay rise close to 4%.
Compensation & Benefits
UK businesses slow to increase pay despite less pressure, survey shows
A recent survey from the Work Foundation reveals a significant gap between UK businesses' recognition of their responsibility to support employees financially and their actions, with only 30% planning pay rises above inflation despite eased business pressures.