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  • Pay trends 2026 | July Report

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    Pay trends 2026 | July Report

    Discover the latest UK pay trends for July 2026. Median pay award remains resilient, despite a significant number of settlements falling below 2025 levels.

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Pay trends for incumbent employees: December 2025

Get the latest Brightmine insights on December 2025 pay awards, where limited review activity and tight budgets contribute …

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Pay trends 2026 | January Report

Discover the latest UK pay trends for January 2026. Brightmine analysis reveals January pay rises cluster around 3% …

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How to use the pay resources on Brightmine

Learn how to interpret inflation figures correctly and use them appropriately when reviewing employee pay and reward strategies.

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Pay trends 2025 | December Report

Discover the latest UK pay trends for December 2025. Brightmine analysis reveals pay growth remains flat as UK …

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Pay trends 2025 | November Report

Despite October’s rise, 44% of employers say their 2025 awards failed to meet employee expectations against a tough …

Commentary and Insights

Reward priorities in 2026

What are UK employers prioritising when it comes to reward in 2026? We reveal the key themes emerging …

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Forecasts for pay awards in 2026

Pay forecasting isn’t just about numbers. Our exclusive infographic reveals where pay awards are heading in 2026.

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Pay trends 2025 | October Report

Brightmine’s 2025 pay analysis shows the headline measure of pay awards has now been below consumer prices (CPI) …

Infographics

Understanding bonus payment trends for 2025

Ensure your bonuses are competitive, sustainable and equitable. Download our latest infographic and access the latest data and …

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