Pay ratios
Southwark Council agreed its Pay Policy Statement for 2026/27, detailing senior officer remuneration and pay ratios.
Southwark Council's Council Assembly approved its Pay Policy Statement for the 2026/27 financial year in March 2026. This statement outlines the council's approach to senior officer remuneration, with pay scales reflecting national negotiations for 2025/26. Discussions for 2026/27 are ongoing, meaning the projected impact on senior officer pay is not yet determined.
The Pay Policy Statement details the pay of chief officers and deputy chief officers, confirming that bonuses are not paid to senior officers. It also outlines the council's commitment to paying all employees at least a certain amount, using a metric to compare the salary of highest-paid employees to others.
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