London Living Wage
Croydon councillors' allowances were reviewed in January 2026, with inflation-linked rises proposed to address the rising cost of living.
In January 2026, Croydon councillors considered proposals to increase their allowances annually in line with inflation, aiming to address the rising cost of living. The General Purposes Committee recommended these changes to the Members' Allowances Scheme for the 2026-27 financial year.
A report to the committee highlighted that expense rates had not been reviewed for at least 20 years, creating a disparity with the rising cost of living. The proposed scheme includes an annual inflationary increase reflecting the Consumer Price Index from 2024 to November 2025.
While Croydon councillors considered the rising cost of living when reviewing allowances, there are no upcoming meetings scheduled to discuss the London Living Wage, which is the minimum income necessary to afford the essentials of life in London.
Key facts
- Croydon councillors' allowances are set to rise with inflation following a January 2026 recommendation. Source
- The General Purposes Committee recommended changes to the Members' Allowances Scheme for 2026-27. Source
- The proposed increase reflects a 4.1% Consumer Price Index from 2024 to November 2025. Source
- A report noted expense rates had not been reviewed for at least 20 years. Source
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