Sentences with phrase «public sector pay restraint»

Labour can support public sector pay restraint but still agree with the union stance on pensions.

Financial insecurities The deep cuts to pay as a result of the government's policy of public sector pay restraint in operation since 2010 have taken its toll on the profession.

Congress notes with concern the support by Ed Balls and Ed Miliband for public sector pay restraint, thus giving credibility to Tory arguments about the deficit.»

The GMB, the UK's third largest union behind Unite and Unison, has pledged to «outlaw» Progress, arguing that it has worked to promote its own parliamentary candidates and has pressed the Labour leadership to accept public sector pay restraint.

In June, the Cabinet Office said public sector pay restraint had saved # 1.1 bn in 2013/14, adding that it was necessary to protect jobs and public services, and to help restore the national finances.

Pay should be restored at least to the levels which prevailed before the misguided policies of public sector pay restraint and discretionary decision - making on pay increases and pay progression were implemented.

«All teachers need, and deserve, a pay increase after suffering under years of public sector pay restraint.