MPs to receive 5.5% pay rise, exceeding £90,000

The Parliamentary Standards Authority announces a significant salary increase for MPs, surpassing the current inflation rate.

MPs' salaries will increase from £86,584 to £91,346 in April, following a 5.5% rise approved by the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA).
The pay rise is higher than the current inflation rate of 4%, sparking criticism amid the cost-of-living crisis.
All MPs, including ministers, will benefit from the salary increase, with the Prime Minister's total salary rising to £166,786.
The increase aims to ensure that serving as an MP is accessible to individuals from all walks of life, reflecting the diversity of society.
Critics argue that elected officials should show restraint during economic challenges, suggesting that pay rises should only occur when conditions allow.