Proposals on how pay for Members and their staff will be set at the start of the next Senedd can be found here.
It forms part of a major exercise by the Board to review its Determination as the Senedd prepares to become a parliament of 96 Members.
This phase of the consultation focuses on:
- Members' pay
- Additional support for Members
- Staffing support
- Travel costs
Dr Elizabeth Haywood is the Chair of the Independent Remuneration Board of the Senedd:
"Members of the Senedd play a vital role in our democracy and we believe their pay should reflect that role and their responsibilities. We are also committed to promoting and supporting diversity and equality, reducing barriers so that the Senedd can reflect society, where anyone, no matter their background or circumstances, can become a Member of the Senedd. Members also require resources to employ staff to provide valued support to them and to their constituents."
"After careful consideration, our view is that the current salary level for Members is fair and reflects their role and responsibilities. We are therefore proposing that it should continue at the same level in the next Senedd, only increasing in line with ASHE (the average earnings in Wales) published in November."
"We recognise that the level of elected Members' pay can generate debate and some disagreement, and some disagreement, and we encourage all feedback on these important issues."
"Our proposals have been shaped by our statutory duties and core principles to ensure that Members' remuneration is fair and that they are provided with sufficient resources to support their duties, and that decisions represent value for money."
"More information about the Remuneration Board's consultation and how to submit a response is available on the website. The deadline for submitting responses is 17:00 Wednesday 4 June 2025.