Councillor allowances
Greenwich councillors have approved a significant increase to their basic allowances, aligning with independent panel recommendations despite financial concerns.
Greenwich councillors voted in November 2026 to raise their basic allowance by 41.8%, from £11,906 to £16,882 annually, effective from December 2026. This decision was made at a full council meeting, where it was approved by 40 votes to six, with three abstentions. The increase aligns with the level recommended by London Councils’ Independent Remuneration Panel, updated for the 2025/26 pay award.
Special responsibility allowances, paid to councillors with additional duties, will also be adjusted to match the panel’s recommendations. This approval came despite the council forecasting a deficit of more than £30 million in 2027/28, with some councillors raising concerns about the cost to taxpayers during the discussion.
Key facts
- Greenwich councillors approved a 41.8% increase to their basic allowance, from £11,906 to £16,882 annually, in November 2026. Source
- The allowance increase for Greenwich councillors takes effect from 1 December 2026. Source
- The new allowance figure for Greenwich councillors matches the recommendation from London Councils’ Independent Remuneration Panel. Source
- Greenwich Council is forecasting a deficit of more than £30 million in 2027/28. Source
- Special responsibility allowances for Greenwich councillors will also be adjusted to match panel recommendations. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 13 November 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.
