Introduction
At least
3,906 council employees in the UK received total remuneration of
£100,000 or more in
2023-24, marking a
26% increase from the previous year.
Context
The report from the TaxPayers' Alliance indicates a significant rise in high-earning council staff, with the number of individuals earning over
£200,000 increasing by
50%, totaling
262 employees in this category. This shift points to a growing disparity in local government salaries as the cost of living rises.
Developments
A notable
238 council employees earned more than the Prime Minister's salary, underscoring a concerning trend amid escalating council tax bills, which have already risen by
5% nationwide.
Conclusion
The financial landscape for local authority employees continues to evolve, with almost
4,000 staff members now earning over
£100,000, highlighting the increasing strain on taxpayers facing higher council tax rates.
