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JNC coroners management side circular to local authorities - pay and next steps

In our last circular issued on 12 June we gave a further update on the coroner’s pay bargaining situation. Since then, the Ministry of Justice has shared with us correspondence between the CSEW and the Lord Chancellor, David Lammy MP. With their permission we share that correspondence with you as an appendix to this circular.

Finance Unpacked

Finance Unpacked is a series of animated videos from the Local Government Association to explain some of the key concepts in local government finance and audit.

Workforce and HR support

We work with councils and their partners to help create a workforce able to respond to major changes within the public sector. The workforce team help councils develop a flexible and productive workforce, ensure affordable and flexible pay, reward and conditions system for local government.

Research and data

A wealth of research and analytic services to help support your role as a local government officer.

PSC trade unions side pay claim for 2026

The PSC Trade Union Side has formally submitted its pay and conditions claim for 2026. The PSC Employers’ Side will now consult and intends to respond to the Trade Union Side in advance of the settlement date of 1 September.

Transformation

Transformation resources, guidance and training for officers and councillors.