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Update to Government response to the Prison Service Pay Review Body recommendations 20/21

10 December 2020

Proposing MP
Lucy Frazer Con
South East Cambridgeshire
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Ministry of Justice
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the UK government's final decision on the Prison Service Pay Review Body (PSPRB) recommendations for 2020-21, specifically regarding a £3,000 increase for Band 3 prison staff.

Action Requested

The Minister announces that due to affordability challenges and changing economic conditions, the Government has decided not to accept recommendation 3 of the PSPRB report. However, prison staff will still receive an above-inflation pay rise of at least 2% for a third consecutive year. The Minister also states that they will seek advice from the PSPRB on prison pay for the next year (2021/22) in line with the Chancellor's statement.

Key Facts

  • The Prison Service Pay Review Body reported its recommendations earlier this summer.
  • Recommendation 3 proposes a £3,000 increase for Band 3 prison staff, representing between 14 and 21% rise.
  • This group comprises around one third of the prison service workforce.
  • The recommendation presents affordability challenges due to exceptional costs and is out of step with other public sector workforces.
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