Pay trends

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  • Pay trends 2026 | August Report

    Pay trends 2026 | August Report

    Discover the latest UK pay trends for August 2026. Median pay awards remain broadly stable, although more than a third of matched settlements are lower than last year.

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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 …

Whitepapers

Forecasts for pay awards in 2026

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

Press releases

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 …

Webinars

November 2025 pay and labour market update

Join Sheila Attwood, senior content manager at Brightmine, as she provides her popular update and forecasts on key …

Press releases

Pay trends 2025 | September Report

Brightmine analysis reveals ongoing moderation in 2025 settlements, with over half of awards below 2024 levels.

Press releases

Pay trends 2025 | August Report

Eight quarters of stagnant pay growth coincide with steady decline in UK job vacancies. Learn more about this …

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Pay trends 2025 | July Report

Four in five UK employees have received a smaller pay awards in 2025 compared to last year. Learn …

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Pay trends 2025 | June report

Private‑sector median pay rise stuck at 3% for a sixth consecutive quarter, Brightmine data shows.

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