Decision details

Council received a report from the Democratic Services Manager in relation to members’ allowances.  Members were asked to review the recommendation of the Independent Members Remuneration Panel following the agreement of the local government national pay negotiations for 2023.

RESOLVED-

1. That the Independent Members Remuneration Panel’s suggestion that the basic allowance be increased by 4.59% from 1 April 2023 be approved.

2. That the Independent Members Remuneration Panel’s suggestion that the Mayor’s remuneration be increased by 4.59% from 1 April 2023 be approved.

3. That the Co-optee allowance for the Independent member for the Audit Committee be set at £1500 per annum be approved.

4. That there be no increases in the Special Responsibility Allowances or the Group Leaders Allowances until the next full review of the members allowance scheme in 2026.