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Circular NJC/2/26 – Pay award 2026

The NJC has agreed an increase of 3.8 per cent with effect from 1 July 2026. This circular contains the revised rates of pay from 1 July 2026.

LGBTQ+ councillors – weekender event

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer plus (LGBTQ+) councillors are invited to join us at our annual two-day, cross-party weekender event on Saturday 13 February to Sunday 14 February 2027 – an excellent opportunity to network and share experiences.

Young councillors – weekender events

This popular annual event is a must for young councillors aged 40 and under who are interested in building their knowledge, skills and councillor networks. The next event will be held on Saturday 28 November – Sunday 29 November 2026

Effective opposition – two-day events

We've designed these two-day events to support opposition leaders and deputy leaders to excel in their role of leading an opposition group on their council.