Police officers across England and Wales are set to receive an above-inflation 4.2% pay rise, the government has announced.
The increase, which applies to all ranks up to and including chief superintendents, forms part of a wider effort to support frontline policing and public protection – one of the key missions of the government’s Plan for Change, News Cover reports, citing UK government.
The pay increase will mean the starting salary for a police constable will be £31,163, an increase of £1,256. The typical salary for a constable who has been in post 6 years will be £50,257 and the average earning for a chief superintendent will be £98,500. In addition to the headline pay rise, the government is also increasing on-call, away from home, and hardship allowances by £10.
The pay boost reflects the bravery, professionalism and tireless dedication of officers who protect the public, and will be supported by £120 million from the Home Office to help protect police force budgets.
London weighting will be boosted by 4.2%, reflecting the demands placed on officers in the capital.
