Current and upcoming research

At IDR, we specialise in collecting and analysing data on pay rises, salary levels, employee benefits, and HR policy

Our mission is to support organisations like yours with the most accurate, up-to-date information to guide decision-making in pay and reward strategies

IDR Pay Review Outcomes

This survey aims to provide a statistical level of pay review outcomes across the economy and by sector

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Miscellaneous Allowances and Additional Payments survey

Covering areas such as health and safety responsibilities, working conditions, travel and homeworking, uniforms and equipment.

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Current and upcoming research

By contributing data on pay awards or pay levels, organisations gain access to free summary data and a discount on IDR products and services. Participation offers employers valuable insights that will help inform their pay and reward strategies.

How does it work?

We are currently researching the topics listed below. You can find out more, and take part, in any survey by clicking the links provided. In return you will receive a free summary of the analysis.

Current research

Pay Review Outcomes

Provide information on your organisation's latest pay review

Allowances Survey

IDR’s survey of miscellaneous allowances and additional payments covering areas such as health and safety responsibilities, working conditions, travel and homeworking, uniforms and equipment, skills-based payments and other occasional or organisation-specific allowances.

Upcoming research

Quarter 1:

Pay for HR roles

Pay for IT, cyber and data MI roles

Managers’ pay

Pay review tracker 2026

Quarter 2:

Minimum pay rates

Standby and call-out

Flexible working

Maternity, paternity and parental leave

Pay for retail roles

Pay for corporate and support functions

Pay planning for 2027

Quarter 3:

Pay and conditions in engineering

Pay for lawyers

Pay for project management roles

Graduate and apprentice pay

Pay for roles in property and facilities

Charity roles

Pay intentions for 2027

For further information on any of our research or services, get in touch.

Pay and benefit reports

Building on this research, IDR produces a wide range of 'off-the-shelf' pay and benefits reports. Our reports combine the data we collect with our expert analysis and commentary and can be invaluable in helping you make informed reward decisions.

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