Big Changes in Councillor Salaries in Ceredigion! 💰
In Ceredigion, councillor salaries are on the rise again, with the council recently approving pay hikes across the board. The leader of the council gets a significant boost, seeing an increase of over £4,000 this year alone—and a remarkable £11,000 since 2023!
For this year, all 19 councillors will now receive a basic salary of £21,044, which is an increase of £1,273 from the previous year. Meanwhile, the six cabinet members will see their salaries rise to £40,247, up by £2,435. The leader’s salary now hits £67,079, and even the deputy leader enjoys a jump, now earning £46,955.
Senior roles, such as committee chairs and the opposition leader, have seen their salaries increased to £31,567. The council’s civic roles are not left out, with the chair and vice-chair now earning £31,567 and £25,253, respectively.
These salaries aren’t just numbers on a page—they’re set by the Independent Remuneration Panel for Wales and reflect growth since 2023. So, from the basic councillor right up to the leader, the pay increases continue to roll in.
What do you think about these pay raises? Are they justified, or is it too much too soon? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!