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pay increases

Median pay award remains at 3.5%

inflation

Inflation brought down by energy price cap

labour market

Labour market continues to slowly soften

pay increases

Private sector median pay award steady at 3.5%

pay research

Pay gap support seminar slides 2026

inflation

Inflation increases after a jump in motor fuel prices

labour market

Latest labour market estimates show slight fall in unemployment – but employment has also fallen

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