The Independent Remuneration Board of the Senedd has (at its meeting on Thursday 10 December) proposed a revised package of support for Members of the Sixth Senedd (2021-26) in the light of the Covid-19 pandemic. The changes put forward for consultation reflect the Board’s emphasis on ensuring its decisions provide Read More
On 6 May the National Assembly for Wales became the Welsh Parliament, to be commonly known as Senedd. As a result, references on this site in documents and links reflect the change of name, referring to the institution as the ‘Assembly’ in a historic context (prior to 6 May) and Read More
Review of the Determination for the Sixth Assembly: Consultation on draft Determination On 6 May the National Assembly for Wales became the Welsh Parliament, to be commonly known as Senedd. As a result, references on this site in documents and links reflect the change of name, referring to the institution Read More
On 6 May the National Assembly for Wales became the Welsh Parliament, to be commonly known as Senedd. As a result, references on this site in documents and links reflect the change of name, referring to the institution as the ‘Assembly’ in a historic context (prior to 6 May) and Read More
The Remuneration Board has launched its first consultation on a series of proposals for its Determination for the Sixth Assembly. The Board’s Determination outlines the pay, pensions and allowances of Assembly Members and Assembly Members support staff. The Board has committed to publishing its Determination for the Sixth Assembly, one Read More
As you will be aware the Board reviews the Determination on an annual basis to ensure that the allowances provided remain appropriate for the upcoming financial year. Details of the Board’s proposals regarding the allowances for 2019-20 are provided below: Office Cost Allowance for 2019-20 The Board considered the Office Read More
At its meeting on 11 October the Board considered the evidence received as part of its review of staffing support for Members and the initial feedback received on the Disciplinary Procedure and Grievance Procedure. Having considered the issues, the Board has agreed to consult on its proposals arising from the review of staffing support and proposed changes Read More
At its meeting on 24 May the Remuneration Board considered the evidence received to date during its review of staffing support for Members. The Board considered the responses to its consultation on increasing the flexibility of the allowances available to Members, a summary of these discussions and decisions taken is Read More
At its meeting on 15 March the Remuneration Board considered the evidence received to date during its review of staffing support for Members. The Board discussed what matters may warrant further consideration and what matters could be addressed sooner and as result has decided to consult on some issues immediately Read More
In its strategy report the Remuneration Board committed itself to gain a better understanding of the barriers and incentives people face when deciding whether or not to stand for election to the National Assembly for Wales. The focus of the review will be on the areas within the Board’s remit, Read More