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pay increases

Private sector median continues to rise but range narrows

inflation

Inflation stays steady but path ahead is uncertain

pay increases

The state of pay in 2026

labour market

Unemployment remains high

inflation

New Gulf war alters outlook for inflation

pay research

Degree apprentices continue to enjoy faster pay growth than graduates

case studies

Gap widens between voluntary and statutory rates

inflation

Some ‘stickiness’ in inflation outlook

case studies

How Ricoh UK managed a smaller than expected pay budget while tackling its gender pay gap

pay increases

Private sector median pay award rises to 3.4%

inflation

CPIH rises in popularity for long-term pay deals

inflation

Inflation falls in January 2026