Councillor
Councils are currently reviewing and deciding on allowances and funding for elected members and political groups.
In March 2026, Greenwich Council approved changes to its Constitution, which included an increase in the basic allowance for councillors to £15,960. Special Responsibility Allowances for councillors will also increase, aligning with the annual local government pay settlement. At the same meeting, the council also decided to cut funding for minority parties.
These changes were approved by a vote of 28 to 8, with one abstention, at a council meeting on March 18, 2026. The increase in basic allowance aligns with recommendations from the London Councils' Independent Remuneration Panel. A councillor is an elected member of a local government council.
Key facts
- Greenwich Council approved changes to its Constitution on March 18, 2026. Source
- The basic allowance for Greenwich councillors increased to £15,960. Source
- Special Responsibility Allowances for Greenwich councillors will also increase. Source
- Funding for minority parties in Greenwich was cut. Source
- The changes were approved by a vote of 28 to 8, with one abstention. 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 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.