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Local Government (Pay Accountability) Bill

A Bill to make provision about the approval of remuneration paid to local government employees.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

23 September 2024

In Plain English

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The Local Government (Pay Accountability) Bill would create a formal process for approving remuneration paid to local government staff, aiming to improve transparency and accountability in local pay decisions. It sets out rules for how remuneration is authorised and reported, with emphasis on clear governance and oversight.

Key Points

Establishes a formal approval process for remuneration paid to local government staff.
Enhances transparency by requiring reporting or publication of pay decisions.
Sets rules on who must approve pay decisions (elected members or designated officers) before remuneration is paid.
Introduces oversight and accountability measures for local pay decisions.
Uses delegated powers to set detailed rules and procedures via secondary legislation.

Progress

The bill is at Committee stage in the House of Commons, where MPs will scrutinise the details and possible amendments before it can progress to the next stages in both Houses.

Who is affected?

Local government employeesLocal authorities (councils and other employers in the sector)Elected councillors and senior officers involved in pay decisionsTaxpayers/local ratepayers who fund local government pay

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Updates & Documents

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Local Government (Pay Accountability) Bill

23 May 2024

The dissolution of Parliament took place on Thursday 30 May 2024. All business in the House of Commons and House of Lords has come to an end and this bill will make no further progress.