Annual Remuneration Report 2026-27

The Commission has published its Annual Remuneration Report for 2026–27, prepared in accordance with Section 69G of the Democracy and Boundary Commission Cymru etc. Act 2013. This report sets out the Commission’s decisions regarding the remuneration, expenses, and benefits applicable to elected and co‑opted members across Wales’ principal councils, community and town councils, fire and rescue authorities, and national park authorities.

This is the first report since the Commission took over this responsibility from the Independent Remuneration Panel for Wales. It builds on the strong framework we have inherited, while also beginning a forward‑looking review of several key areas, including:

• Resettlement payments for principal councillors who are not re‑elected;

• The remuneration framework for senior positions within principal councils and corporate joint committees;

• The approach to annual uprating, including assessing whether the Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings remains the most suitable benchmark;

• Continued engagement with partners such as the Welsh Local Government Association and One Voice Wales.

The Commission has agreed that the basic salary for elected members will rise to £21,044, reflecting the increase in average earnings. This represents a 6.4% uplift in the basic annual salary. We also propose to retain the current banding structure for senior roles. Full details, including specific salary levels and allowances, are provided in the accompanying report.

The determinations it includes will take effect from 1 April 2026.

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