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The agreement runs from 1 April 2025 to 31 December 2026 and was negotiated by the Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen (ASLEF) — the specialist trade union representing virtually every train driver working on the Great British mainline network.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The framework marks a turning point in UK railway industrial relations. For decades, pay and conditions for train drivers were negotiated separately with each private TOC, producing a patchwork of overlapping agreements where drivers doing identical work for different operators could earn materially different salaries. The GBR consolidation, proceeding under the Railways Act 2021, is progressively replacing that fragmented structure with a single national employer framework. 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The 2025–2026 framework is designed to sustain that momentum and provide stability as the sector completes its transfer to public ownership.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"pay-and-pay-award-2026\">Pay and Pay Award 2026\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp>One of the central ambitions of the GBR Transition Pay Framework is the introduction of a standardised national pay spine for train drivers, replacing the operator-by-operator anomalies of the franchise era. Under the framework, pay is structured around role and service length rather than which company happens to hold the operating franchise for a particular route.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Train drivers covered by this agreement are among the best-remunerated workers in the UK public transport sector, reflecting the level of skill, responsibility and unsocial hours the role demands. 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Employees require at least two years' continuous qualifying service under ERA 1996 s.155 to be eligible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ASLEF\u002FGBR framework improves on the statutory position in two important respects:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Col>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>No weekly pay cap on contractual redundancy\u003C\u002Fstrong>: the enhanced scheme applies to actual weekly basic pay rather than the statutory £700 ceiling, producing significantly larger payments for experienced drivers whose weekly salary exceeds that cap.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Enhanced multiplier for long service\u003C\u002Fstrong>: drivers with five or more years' service may qualify for a higher per-year multiplier than the statutory 1.5 weeks, depending on the terms agreed with their TOC during the transition period.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Fol>\n\u003Cp>Any collective redundancy affecting 20 or more employees at a single establishment within 90 days triggers the mandatory collective consultation obligations under TULRCA 1992 s.188 (minimum 30 days' consultation for 20–99 redundancies; 45 days for 100 or more). 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This is the legal floor; the ASLEF\u002FGBR framework provides enhanced contractual notice periods:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ctable>\n\u003Cthead>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Cth>Service Length\u003C\u002Fth>\n\u003Cth>Contractual Notice\u003C\u002Fth>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003C\u002Fthead>\n\u003Ctbody>\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Up to 5 years\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd>4 weeks\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>5–10 years\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd>8 weeks\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>10 years or more\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003Ctd>12 weeks\u003C\u002Ftd>\n\u003C\u002Ftr>\n\u003C\u002Ftbody>\u003C\u002Ftable>\n\u003Cp>Drivers are entitled to pay in lieu of notice (PILON) where the employer elects not to require the notice period to be worked. 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The RPS significantly exceeds this statutory floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>New Section (joined post-2004, Career Average Revalued Earnings):\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Accrual rate: approximately 1\u002F80th of pensionable pay per year of service\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Employee contribution rate: ~9.78% of pensionable pay\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Employer contribution rate: significantly higher (historically 25–30%, subject to triennial actuarial valuation)\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Normal pension age: 65, in line with the State Pension age trajectory\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Pension revaluation: linked to the Retail Price Index (RPI), subject to scheme rules\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Old Section (pre-2004, Final Salary):\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Closed to new entrants; provides more generous terms for those already enrolled\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Based on final pensionable salary with a more favourable accrual rate than the New Section\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>The GBR transition is expected to maintain the RPS as the default occupational pension for train drivers, ensuring continuity of defined benefit provision as individual TOC employers are consolidated under the national operator. Drivers should confirm their section enrolment with their employer's pensions contact during any transfer process.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"your-rights-under-the-agreement\">Your Rights Under the Agreement\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp>The ASLEF\u002FGBR Transition Pay Framework confers the following key rights and enhancements above the statutory minimum:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Statutory trade union recognition\u003C\u002Fstrong>: ASLEF holds formal recognition under TULRCA 1992 at all 16 covered TOCs, giving it legally enforceable collective bargaining rights over pay, hours and holidays — not merely consultative status.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Enhanced redundancy pay\u003C\u002Fstrong>: contractual scheme calculated on actual weekly pay, not the ERA 1996 statutory cap of £700 per week, delivering materially higher payments for experienced drivers.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Improved annual leave\u003C\u002Fstrong>: entitlement rises with service to 33 days plus 8 bank holidays after 10 years, compared with the WTR 1998 statutory minimum of 28 days (inclusive of bank holidays).\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Defined benefit pension\u003C\u002Fstrong>: membership of the Railways Pension Scheme far exceeds the Pensions Act 2008 auto-enrolment minimum of 5%\u002F3%, providing a guaranteed income in retirement based on service and earnings.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>TUPE protection during consolidation\u003C\u002Fstrong>: as TOC operations transfer to GBR, the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 protect drivers' existing contractual terms, and ASLEF's recognition rights are preserved under TULRCA 1992.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Q: Who is covered by the ASLEF\u002FGBR Transition Pay Framework?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\nThe framework covers approximately 21,000 ASLEF members employed as train drivers, trainee drivers and locomotive engineers at the 16 Train Operating Companies currently operating under DfT\u002FGBR transitional management. Drivers at freight operators (such as DB Cargo UK or Freightliner) and open-access operators are subject to separate ASLEF negotiations and are not covered by this framework.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Q: When does the 2025–2026 agreement take effect, and when does it expire?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\nThe framework is effective from 1 April 2025 and runs to 31 December 2026 — a 21-month term. Pay elements agreed with retrospective application to 1 April 2025 are payable as a lump sum following formal ratification by the ASLEF membership. Negotiations for the successor agreement would be expected to begin in advance of the 31 December 2026 expiry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Q: How does the GBR transition affect my existing contract?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\nYour contract of employment remains with your current TOC operator during the transition period. When your employer's operations are formally transferred to GBR, the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE) automatically transfer your contract on existing terms — you cannot be made worse off as a direct result of the transfer. ASLEF's collective bargaining rights also transfer under TULRCA 1992.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Q: What premium rates apply for working on rest days or bank holidays?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\nThe framework provides enhanced payments for unsocial hours, rest-day working and bank holiday duty. Specific rates are set in local agreements with individual operators but are typically a minimum of time-and-a-third above the basic hourly rate, with certain bank holidays attracting time-and-a-half or double time. Drivers should check their current operator's local working agreement for the applicable rate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Q: Am I entitled to overtime if I work beyond my rostered hours?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\nYes. Hours worked beyond the contracted weekly duty form are paid at enhanced overtime rates under the framework. The specific overtime rate depends on your operator's local agreement, but the framework sets a floor above the base rate. Crucially, the WTR 1998 average 48-hour weekly working time limit applies, although ASLEF members retain the right to opt out individually if they choose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Q: What should I do if I believe my employer has breached the agreement?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\nContact your ASLEF footplate inspector or branch secretary in the first instance. ASLEF operates a formal disputes and grievance procedure. If internal resolution fails, matters can be referred to Acas conciliation. For disputes concerning collective bargaining rights, the Central Arbitration Committee (CAC) may have jurisdiction under TULRCA 1992. Individual employment rights under ERA 1996 can be enforced via the Employment Tribunal, subject to time limits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"related-tool\">Related Tool\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cblockquote>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Interactive Calculator\u003C\u002Fstrong>\nUse our ASLEF Train Drivers 2025–2026 Pay & Rights Calculator to estimate your pay, redundancy entitlement, annual leave and pension under this agreement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cem>This guide is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. For advice specific to your situation, consult your union representative or a qualified employment solicitor.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\n",[1290],{"question":1291,"answer":1292},"What Is the ASLEF \u002F GBR Transition Pay Framework?","The ASLEF\u002FGreat British Railways (GBR) Transition Pay Framework 2025–2026 is a landmark collective agreement covering approximately 21,000 locomotive engineers and firemen employed across 16 Train Operating Companies (TOCs) currently managed under the direction of the Department for Transport (DfT) and the Rail Delivery Group (RDG). 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On National Guaranteed Rate work the maximum bonus is £2.40\u002Fhr for Grades 4–6; on Categorised Work performance-based schemes can reach £2.37\u002Fhr.\n\n---\n\n## Working Hours and Leave Entitlement\n\nThe NAECI basic working week is **38 hours**, worked over five normal days (Monday to Friday), with 8 hours Monday to Thursday and 6 hours on Friday plus an unpaid 30-minute meal break. Employees are entitled to a paid 10-minute refreshment break on most mornings. Alternative four-day or rolling shift patterns may be agreed locally with NJC approval.\n\nUnder the **Working Time Regulations 1998 (WTR 1998)**, reference periods for calculating average weekly working time are successive 52-week blocks. Workers may agree in writing to work more than the 48-hour weekly average limit; the NJC provides a model opt-out form. The NAECI modifies certain WTR 1998 provisions — specifically daily rest (Regulation 10(1)), weekly rest periods (Regulation 11) and rest breaks (Regulation 12(1)) — by way of a collective workforce agreement, as the Regulations expressly permit.\n\n### Annual Leave\n\nEvery NAECI worker is entitled to:\n\n- **25 days of annual holiday** per year (for a five-day basic week), accruing at 1\u002F52 of annual entitlement per week worked\n- **8 public holidays** per year: New Year's Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, May Bank Holiday, Spring Bank Holiday, Summer Bank Holiday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day\n\nThis totals **33 days**, materially above the **28-day statutory minimum** under WTR 1998. Holiday pay for 20 of the 25 annual days is calculated using the Euroleave method, which includes overtime, shift premiums and applicable incentive bonus earnings over the previous 52 weeks, ensuring pay during leave reflects actual working income rather than basic rates alone.\n\nWorkers on 'away contracts' who live away from home receive 12 periodic weekend leaves per year, with standard-class rail fares reimbursed both ways.\n\n---\n\n## Redundancy Pay\n\nThe NAECI provides protection beyond the statutory minimum in two stages:\n\n**Under 2 years' continuous service — Contractual Severance Payment:**\nA contractual severance payment accrues for each complete week of employment, up to a maximum of 103 weeks. Based on 2024–2025 NAECI rates (updated by the NJC in line with statutory cap changes), typical weekly rates for Grade 4–6 workers are:\n\n- Aged 40 or under: £12.06–£12.37 per week of qualifying employment\n- Aged 41 or over: £18.09–£18.55 per week of qualifying employment\n\n**Over 2 years' continuous service — Statutory Redundancy Pay (ERA 1996):**\nThe standard statutory redundancy formula under the **Employment Rights Act 1996** applies:\n- 0.5 week's pay per year of service aged under 22\n- 1 week's pay per year of service aged 22–40\n- 1.5 weeks' pay per year of service aged 41 or over\n\nThe weekly pay cap in 2026 is **£700**, giving a maximum statutory entitlement of **£21,000** (30 qualifying years × 1.5 × £700). The NAECI's contractual severance scheme ceases when the statutory redundancy entitlement kicks in after two years' service.\n\nRedundancy payments made strictly in accordance with the NAECI scheme upon genuine redundancy, as defined in ERA 1996, are currently exempt from income tax by arrangement with HMRC.\n\nWhere 20 or more redundancies are proposed within 90 days, employers must undertake collective consultation with Unite and\u002For the GMB in accordance with statutory requirements under the **Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992 (TULRCA 1992)**. Individual selection decisions can be challenged through the NAECI's four-stage dispute procedure, culminating in a final binding NJC Arbitration Panel ruling.\n\n---\n\n## Notice Periods\n\nThe NAECI incorporates the minimum notice provisions of the **Employment Rights Act 1996, section 86**. After the initial four-week probationary period:\n\n**Employer to employee:**\n- 4 weeks to less than 2 years of continuous employment: 1 week\n- 2 years: 2 weeks\n- Thereafter: 1 additional week per year of service, up to a **maximum of 12 weeks**\n\n**Employee to employer:**\n- 1 week after 4 weeks' continuous employment\n\nNotice does not apply in summary dismissal for gross misconduct. During the probationary period, only 2 hours' notice is required by either party. Employers wishing to transfer workers to another site must give at least one week's notice where practicable.\n\n---\n\n## Pension Rights\n\nAll NAECI employers are required by the **Pensions Act 2008** to auto-enrol eligible workers into a qualifying pension scheme. Minimum auto-enrolment contributions are:\n\n- **Employee:** 5% of qualifying earnings\n- **Employer:** 3% of qualifying earnings\n\nMany NAECI contractors use the **ECI Stakeholder Pension Scheme** (administered by Scottish Widows, helpline 0345 716 6777), which predates auto-enrolment and remains open to existing members. Workers who joined the Stakeholder Scheme before their employer's auto-enrolment scheme was set up may remain in it.\n\nWorkers who opt out of auto-enrolment may do so by giving their employer an opt-out notice obtained from the pension provider. Employers must re-enrol opted-out workers every three years.\n\nIn addition, all NAECI workers (Grades 1–6 and apprentices) are covered by **Welplan Limited**, the industry welfare benefit scheme, which provides:\n\n- Death benefit: £35,000 (any cause)\n- Fatal accident benefit: £40,000 (occupational or commuting accident)\n- Weekly sickness and accident benefit: £192\u002Fweek for weeks 2–14 (all grades); rising to £289.60\u002Fweek for Grades 4–6 in weeks 15–27 (2025 rates, subject to annual review)\n- Permanent total disablement: £50,000\n\n---\n\n## Your Rights Under the Agreement\n\nThe NAECI forms a legally binding part of your contract of employment. Key rights as of 2026 include:\n\n- **Direct employment only:** No NAECI worker can be engaged as a self-employed individual or through a personal service company. PAYE income tax and Class 1 National Insurance contributions are mandatory, in accordance with ERA 1996.\n- **Trade union recognition:** Under TULRCA 1992, Unite and the GMB are the sole recognised negotiating unions. Employers must encourage NAECI workers to join and must facilitate accredited shop stewards — paid time off for trade union duties is a contractual right.\n- **Guaranteed earnings:** Workers with more than four weeks' continuous service are entitled to guaranteed pay for 38 hours in any pay week, even if work is temporarily unavailable.\n- **Four-stage dispute procedure:** Any unresolved grievance escalates from informal resolution to a formal site meeting (Stage 2), a Project Joint Council or Local Forum (Stage 3), and finally an NJC Dispute Adjudication Panel (Stage 4) — whose finding is final and binding on both parties under the NAECI's collective procedure framework (TULRCA 1992, s.179).\n\n---\n\n## Frequently Asked Questions\n\n**Q: What does the ~6% 2026 pay award mean for my weekly earnings?**  \nA: Applied to a Grade 4 Craft worker on National Guaranteed Rates, the increase raises the basic hourly rate from £19.04 to ~£20.18. Over a standard 38-hour week, that is approximately £767 per week in basic pay before overtime, bonuses and allowances. On a Category 1 major project the equivalent rises to ~£22.82\u002Fhr, or ~£867\u002Fweek basic.\n\n**Q: How do I qualify as a Grade 4 Craft worker?**  \nA: You must hold a VQ Level 3 qualification (or RQF Diploma Level 3\u002FSCQF Level 6–7 equivalent), typically earned through an ECITB Apprenticeship or Technical Training programme, and have at least two years' experience at Grade 3 level. Your employer assesses competence using the ACE (Assuring Competence in Engineering Construction) scheme. Non-UK qualifications are assessed on a substantial equivalence basis.\n\n**Q: Does the accommodation allowance affect my tax position?**  \nA: The daily accommodation allowance (£50.81\u002Fday from January 2025, rising with the 2026 settlement) is partially payable tax-free under longstanding HMRC concessions that apply specifically to NAECI-registered work. The taxable and tax-free elements are set out in the rates tables issued by NJC Communiqué. Workers on sites inside the M25 also receive a taxable London supplement of £30.40\u002Fday.\n\n**Q: I was selected for redundancy — what are my rights?**  \nA: First, request the selection matrix and criteria in writing from your employer. Where 20 or more redundancies are involved, collective consultation must have occurred with Unite or the GMB (TULRCA 1992). You have a right to a domestic appeal. If unresolved, your union representative can refer the case to Stage 2 of the NAECI procedure and, if necessary, to an NJC Dismissal Arbitration Panel, which issues a final binding decision. Contact your Unite or GMB officer immediately for representation.\n\n**Q: Can I be required to work on Saturdays and Sundays?**  \nA: Yes — undertaking overtime and shift working as required by management is an obligation of NAECI employment. However, overtime worked on Saturday mornings (up to 4 hours before noon) is paid at the higher Overtime Rate A; all other weekend overtime is paid at the even higher Overtime Rate B. Your employer must consult trade union representatives where regular overtime is required on a programme basis.\n\n**Q: What happens to my holiday pay if I have worked a lot of overtime?**  \nA: Under the Euroleave holiday pay calculation (which applies to 20 of your 25 annual days), holiday pay reflects your actual average earnings over the previous 52 weeks — including overtime pay, shift premiums, incentive bonus and welding proficiency payments. This is an enhanced right above the statutory minimum and reflects the requirements of WTR 1998 as interpreted by UK case law.\n\n---\n\n## Related Tool\n\n> **Interactive Calculator**\n> Use our NAECI 2025–2026 Pay & Rights Calculator to estimate your pay, redundancy entitlement, annual leave and pension under this agreement.\n\n---\n\n*This guide is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. For advice specific to your situation, consult your union representative or a qualified employment solicitor.*\n","https:\u002F\u002Fpub-bdebbd2dad294475a2da0eb657815b6b.r2.dev\u002Fhero\u002F2a5cf9b0ce44-15d923.webp","Workers in engineering construction sector reviewing their pay agreement in the UK, 2026","NAECI 2025-2026 workers guide | Expert Zoom","The NAECI 2025-2026 sets pay, leave and rights for ~30,000 UK engineering construction workers. Find grade rates, redundancy rules and pension rights.","NAECI 2025-2026 workers guide","2a5cf9b0ce44",2148,[],{"excerpt":1056,"featured":1252,"metaTitle":2657,"countryCode":1254,"categorySlug":1122,"languageCode":1255,"relatedTools":2664,"readingTimeMin":1251,"metaDescription":2658},[1076],1673,"c083ed8f-9a1f-442c-8931-3ac6485bfd62","2026-07-06T07:46:24.000Z","2026-09-26T12:51:25.231Z",4.02,3.2,"2026-09-03T22:10:57.651Z","2026-05-26T17:25:10.712Z","2026-05-26T17:25:10.714Z","2026-10-20T14:27:40.829Z",{"id":1196,"name":667,"slug":669,"parentId":1173},{"id":2677,"slug":2678,"title":2679,"excerpt":2680,"contentMd":2681,"heroImage":2682,"heroImageAlt":2683,"heroImageCredit":1173,"audioUrl":1173,"audioGeneratedAt":1173,"readingTimeMin":2684,"featured":1252,"status":1253,"lang":1177,"countryCode":1254,"languageCode":1255,"categoryId":1196,"metaTitle":2685,"metaDescription":2686,"keyword":2687,"seoApiPageId":2688,"seoApiTenantId":1260,"contentType":1173,"wordCount":2689,"internalImages":2690,"frontmatter":2691,"viewCount":2693,"internalLinksCount":1219,"expertId":2694,"folderId":1173,"folderPosition":1173,"gscVerdict":1267,"gscCoverage":1268,"gscLastCrawl":2695,"gscCheckedAt":2668,"gscIndexingState":1173,"gscRobotsTxtState":1173,"gscPageFetchState":1173,"gscGoogleCanonical":1173,"gscCrawledAs":1173,"cwvLcp":2696,"cwvLcpRating":1272,"cwvFcp":2697,"cwvFcpRating":1272,"cwvCls":1234,"cwvClsRating":1274,"cwvAuditedAt":2698,"publishedAt":2699,"contentModifiedAt":1173,"lastReviewedAt":1173,"createdAt":2700,"updatedAt":2701,"category":2702},"cmpmwodtf00npn6h1jk5clqqr","police-staff-council-pay-agreement-workers-2026","Police Staff Council Pay Agreement 2025–2026: Complete Guide for Workers (2026)","The Police Staff Council (PSC) is the national collective bargaining body governing pay and conditions for approximately **73,000 [civilian police](\u002Fgb\u002Fmagazine\u002Flegal\u002Fcivil-service-pay-remit-2026-work","# Police Staff Council Pay Agreement 2025–2026: A Complete Guide for Workers\n\n## What Is the Police Staff Council?\n\nThe Police Staff Council (PSC) is the national collective bargaining body governing pay and conditions for approximately **73,000 [civilian police](\u002Fgb\u002Fmagazine\u002Flegal\u002Fcivil-service-pay-remit-2026-workers-guide) staff** employed across around 37 police forces in England and Wales. Established under a voluntary framework, the PSC brings together the Employer Side — led by the Local Government Association (LGA), which acts as Secretariat on behalf of Police and Crime Commissioners and Chief Constables — and the Trade Union Side, comprising five recognised unions: **UNISON, Unite, GMB, PCS and Prospect**.\n\nUnlike sworn police officers, who hold the status of officeholders without a conventional contract of employment, civilian police staff are employees in the full legal sense. They benefit from all statutory employment rights under the **Employment Rights Act 1996 (ERA 1996)**, hold full collective bargaining rights under the **Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992 (TULRCA 1992)**, and are entitled to working time protections under the **Working Time Regulations 1998 (WTR 1998)**.\n\nThe roles covered include Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs), custody detention officers, intelligence analysts, forensic support staff, call-handlers, control room staff and administrative personnel. The PSC national agreement applies across participating forces in England and Wales, with certain forces — including the Metropolitan Police, British Transport Police, City of London Police, Thames Valley Police, Kent Police and Surrey Police — maintaining their own separate arrangements outside the PSC framework.\n\n---\n\n## Pay and Pay Award 2025–2026\n\n### The Settlement\n\nFollowing negotiations, the PSC reached a pay settlement for 2025–26, formalised in **PSC Joint Circular 142**, issued in October 2025. The award consists of a **4.2% increase on all pay points** of the national PSC pay spine, effective from **1 September 2025**. The settlement period runs from 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2026.\n\nAll three balloting unions voted to accept: GMB members did so by an overwhelming majority of 78% with a 51.5% participation rate; UNISON and Unite members also voted in favour, with the Trade Union Side formally accepting the offer at its October 2025 Council meeting.\n\n### The Pay Spine\n\nThe PSC operates a national pay spine of numbered points. Civilian roles are assigned to a single point or to a scale of points drawn from this spine. As of **1 September 2025**, the principal pay spine runs from approximately **£24,747** at its lowest point to **£60,912** at its highest — up from £23,748 and £58,455 respectively in 2024–25. All points on the spine received the 4.2% uplift.\n\n**Indicative salary levels after the 4.2% uplift:**\n\n| Level | 2024–25 | 2025–26 |\n|---|---|---|\n| Lowest pay point (entry roles) | £23,748 | £24,747 |\n| Mid-range | ~£38,000–£45,000 | ~£39,600–£46,900 |\n| Highest pay point (senior\u002Fspecialist) | £58,455 | £60,912 |\n\nEven at the lowest pay point, PSC staff earn **more than double** the 2026 National Living Wage (NLW) rate of £12.21 per hour (equivalent to approximately £23,448 per year for a 37-hour week), reflecting the skilled and responsible nature of civilian police roles. Your contract of employment will specify which pay point or scale applies to your particular role and grade.\n\n### Allowances\n\nIn addition to the basic pay increase, Joint Circular 142 confirmed increases to key allowances:\n\n| Allowance | 2024–25 | 2025–26 |\n|---|---|---|\n| Standby allowance | £36.13 | £37.65 (↑4.2%) |\n| Overnight away from home | £50.00 | £60.00 (↑£10 flat) |\n| Essential car user (annual) | Three engine-size bands | Harmonised to £1,239 |\n\nThe overnight away from home allowance received a £10 flat increase — slightly above the 4.2% formula — reflecting the additional expense of overnight working. Essential car user allowances have been simplified from a three-band engine-size structure to a single annual rate of £1,239, regardless of vehicle size.\n\n---\n\n## Working Hours and Leave Entitlement\n\n### Standard Working Week\n\nThe PSC Handbook sets a standard working week of **37 hours** for full-time staff. Compressed hours, flexible working and part-time arrangements are available subject to local force agreement and the right to request flexible working under ERA 1996.\n\n### Annual Leave\n\nAnnual leave entitlements under the PSC Handbook are **more generous than the statutory floor** set by the Working Time Regulations 1998 (WTR 1998):\n\n| Service length | PSC minimum paid annual leave |\n|---|---|\n| On appointment | 24 days |\n| After 5 or more years' continuous service | 29 days |\n\nEmployees are also entitled to **8 public holidays** per year — the standard UK bank holidays in England and Wales.\n\nEven the entry-level entitlement of 24 days plus 8 public holidays totals **32 days**, exceeding the WTR 1998 statutory minimum of 28 days (which includes bank holidays). After five years' service, total entitlement rises to **37 days**, representing a 32% improvement on the legal minimum.\n\nThe Trade Union Side submitted its 2026 pay claim in April 2026, proposing to increase the on-appointment entitlement from 24 to **25 days** and the five-year entitlement from 29 to **30 days**, reflecting longstanding union concerns about workload and the erosion of real-terms leave value over time.\n\n### Sick Pay\n\nThe PSC Handbook provides an enhanced occupational sick pay (OSP) scheme that far exceeds the statutory Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) rate of £116.75 per week (2026 rate). Entitlement steps up with length of service, combining full pay and half pay periods to provide meaningful income protection during periods of illness. Full pay is calculated as the equivalent of normal earnings when taken together with any SSP receivable, ensuring you are not worse off during sickness absence.\n\n---\n\n## Redundancy Pay\n\n### Statutory Formula\n\nAll PSC employees with at least two years' continuous service are entitled to a statutory redundancy payment on dismissal by reason of redundancy, calculated under the **ERA 1996** using the standard formula:\n\n- **Half a week's pay** for each full year worked under the age of 22\n- **One week's pay** for each full year worked aged 22 to 40\n- **One and a half weeks' pay** for each full year worked aged 41 or over\n\nService used in the calculation is capped at **20 years**. The statutory weekly pay cap for 2026 is **£700**, giving a maximum statutory redundancy payment of **£21,000**.\n\n### The Local Government Continuity Advantage\n\nA notable benefit for civilian police staff is the treatment of **previous public sector service** for redundancy purposes. Employment with organisations covered by the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government, etc.) (Modification) Orders — which include local authorities, NHS trusts and other covered public sector bodies — counts towards your total service for redundancy pay calculations. This means that a police staff member who has previously worked for a local council or other covered employer does not lose that accumulated service when switching to a police force, providing considerably greater redundancy protection than the strict ERA 1996 entitlement alone would afford.\n\nAdditionally, individual forces may have local agreements providing redundancy payments above the PSC national minimum. Always check your contract of employment and local HR policies, and speak to your union representative if you face a redundancy situation.\n\n### Immediate Pension on Redundancy\n\nEmployees who are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), are aged **55 or over** and have completed the two-year vesting period, may be entitled to **immediate payment of their LGPS pension benefits** on redundancy, rather than having those benefits deferred to normal pension age. This provision significantly improves the financial position of longer-serving employees affected by compulsory redundancy.\n\n---\n\n## Notice Period\n\nThe statutory minimum notice entitlement under **ERA 1996, section 86** is at least **one week per completed year of continuous service**, rising to a maximum of **12 weeks** after 12 or more years. This represents the legal floor.\n\nUnder the PSC Handbook and individual force contracts, the contractual notice period is typically at least **one month** — which exceeds the statutory minimum for employees in their early years of service. Your contract of employment will specify the applicable notice period for your role. You are entitled to whichever is the greater: your contractual or statutory notice. Where your employer elects to make a payment in lieu of notice (PILON), that payment must reflect your full contractual entitlement, not merely the statutory minimum.\n\n---\n\n## Pension Rights\n\n### The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)\n\nCivilian police staff are eligible for membership of the **Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)**, one of the largest funded public service pension schemes in the United Kingdom. The LGPS is a statutory scheme with employer obligations reinforced by the **Pensions Act 2008** auto-enrolment duty, meaning your employer must automatically enrol you if you are eligible and re-enrol you every three years if you have previously opted out.\n\nSince 1 April 2014, the LGPS has operated as a **Career Average Revalued Earnings (CARE)** scheme. In each year of membership, you build up a pension of **1\u002F49th of your pensionable pay** for that year. Each annual slice is then revalued in line with the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) to protect against inflation. At retirement, all the revalued annual slices are added together to produce your total LGPS pension — a guaranteed, defined-benefit income for life.\n\n### Employee Contribution Rates (2026–27)\n\nEmployee contributions are tiered by annual pensionable pay. The 2026–27 bands are:\n\n| Annual Pensionable Pay | Employee Contribution Rate |\n|---|---|\n| Up to £18,400 | 5.5% |\n| £18,401 – £29,000 | 5.8% |\n| £29,001 – £47,300 | 6.5% |\n| £47,301 – £59,800 | 6.8% |\n| £59,801 – £84,000 | 8.5% |\n| £84,001 – £119,100 | 9.9% |\n\nMost entry and mid-range PSC staff (earning £24,747–£47,300) will contribute between **5.5% and 6.5%** of pensionable pay. This compares favourably with auto-enrolment minimum employee contributions of just 5% under the Pensions Act 2008.\n\n### Employer Contributions\n\nEmployer contribution rates are set through triennial actuarial valuations of each LGPS fund. For 2025–26, employer contributions for participating police forces have typically ranged between approximately **15% and 20%** of payroll, depending on the funding position of the relevant LGPS fund. This employer commitment substantially enhances the total pension package available to police staff.\n\n### 50\u002F50 Option\n\nThe LGPS offers a **50\u002F50 section** for members who wish to reduce their outgoings: you pay half the standard contribution rate and build up pension at **1\u002F98th** of pay per year rather than 1\u002F49th. This is intended as a temporary measure during financial pressure, not a permanent arrangement, and your employer must auto-enrol you back into the main section every three years.\n\n### Normal Pension Age and Early Access\n\nThe normal pension age in the LGPS for benefits built up from April 2014 is your **State Pension Age** (currently 66, rising to 67 in 2028). Benefits built up under earlier LGPS rules before April 2014 carry a protected normal pension age of 65 in most cases. Early retirement is possible from age 55 (rising to 57 from 2028), subject to actuarial reduction.\n\n---\n\n## Your Rights Under the Agreement\n\nBeing covered by the PSC Handbook gives you employment terms that meet or exceed the statutory baseline in several important respects:\n\n- **Collective bargaining and union rights** — Under **TULRCA 1992**, UNISON, Unite, GMB, PCS and Prospect are formally recognised by the PSC Employer Side. This gives you the right to union representation in disciplinary and grievance proceedings, access to collective negotiation on pay and conditions, and meaningful voice through your union at both local and national level.\n- **Enhanced annual leave** — 24–29 days plus 8 public holidays, with a minimum of 32 days total entitlement from day one, exceeding the 28-day WTR 1998 statutory floor throughout your career.\n- **Occupational sick pay** — A graduated scheme providing income protection at full pay and half pay levels that far exceeds the statutory SSP rate, giving financial security during illness.\n- **Defined-benefit pension** — LGPS membership provides a career average pension with inflation-linked revaluation, substantial employer contributions and life assurance, representing far greater security than the auto-enrolment minimum under the Pensions Act 2008.\n- **Public sector service continuity** — Previous service with local government and other covered public sector bodies counts for redundancy calculation purposes, protecting workers who have built a career across the public sector.\n\n---\n\n## Frequently Asked Questions\n\n**Does the PSC pay award apply to my force automatically?**\nThe PSC Handbook is a voluntary national agreement; forces adopt it individually. If you work for one of the ~37 participating forces, the 4.2% increase should have been applied from 1 September 2025. Forces such as the Metropolitan Police, Thames Valley Police, Kent Police and Surrey Police operate outside the PSC framework and will have their own separate pay arrangements.\n\n**When should I have seen the increase in my pay packet?**\nThe 4.2% increase was effective from 1 September 2025, so it should have appeared in your September 2025 payslip. If you believe you have been underpaid, raise the matter with your payroll department and, if unresolved, contact your union representative.\n\n**I previously worked for a local council — does that service count?**\nFor redundancy pay calculations, previous employment with organisations covered by the local government Modification Orders does count under PSC provisions. For annual leave and sick pay purposes, continuity of service depends on your individual contract and force policy. Your HR department or union rep can confirm how prior service has been recognised.\n\n**Can I opt out of the LGPS?**\nYes, you can opt out at any time. However, you would immediately lose your employer's contributions — worth roughly 15–20% of your salary — and the security of a defined-benefit pension. Under the **Pensions Act 2008**, your employer must automatically re-enrol you every three years if you have previously opted out. It is strongly advisable to take independent financial advice before making this decision.\n\n**What happens to my pension if I am made redundant?**\nIf you are aged 55 or over at the date of redundancy, have at least two years' LGPS membership, and are made compulsorily redundant, your force must pay your LGPS pension benefits immediately. If you are under 55, your pension will normally be deferred until you reach pension age, unless you elect to take actuarially reduced benefits earlier.\n\n**What is the 2026 pay claim, and when will it be settled?**\nThe Trade Union Side submitted its 2026 pay claim in April 2026, seeking a **9% increase or £2,700 per year, whichever is greater**, a minimum hourly rate of £15, and improvements to annual leave. Negotiations are ongoing; any settlement will take effect from **1 September 2026**. Check your union's website — UNISON at unison.org.uk, Unite or GMB — for the latest updates.\n\n---\n\n> **Interactive Calculator**\n> Use our Police Staff Council Pay & Rights Calculator to estimate your pay, redundancy entitlement, annual leave days and LGPS pension contribution under this agreement.\n\n---\n\n*This guide is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. For advice specific to your situation, consult your union representative or a qualified employment solicitor.*\n","https:\u002F\u002Fpub-bdebbd2dad294475a2da0eb657815b6b.r2.dev\u002Fhero\u002F8e4d764fcd9e-15d8f8.webp","Civilian police staff workers in a UK police station office reviewing their pay agreement, 2026",12,"PSC Pay Agreement 2025-26 workers guide | Expert Zoom","Everything civilian police staff need to know about the PSC 2025-26 pay award, LGPS pension, annual leave and redundancy rights in England and Wales.","Police Staff Council pay agreement workers 2026","8e4d764fcd9e",2501,[],{"excerpt":1056,"featured":1252,"metaTitle":2685,"countryCode":1254,"categorySlug":1122,"languageCode":1255,"relatedTools":2692,"readingTimeMin":2684,"metaDescription":2686},[1112],1881,"db0a872a-09c5-4b2b-9fee-3bcbf032bf10","2026-07-18T09:24:21.000Z",4.38,3.5,"2026-09-03T22:11:19.274Z","2026-05-26T17:25:09.745Z","2026-05-26T17:25:09.747Z","2026-10-20T15:15:45.705Z",{"id":1196,"name":667,"slug":669,"parentId":1173},{"id":2704,"slug":2705,"title":2706,"excerpt":2707,"contentMd":2708,"heroImage":2709,"heroImageAlt":2710,"heroImageCredit":1173,"audioUrl":1173,"audioGeneratedAt":1173,"readingTimeMin":1251,"featured":1252,"status":1253,"lang":1177,"countryCode":1254,"languageCode":1255,"categoryId":1196,"metaTitle":2711,"metaDescription":2712,"keyword":2713,"seoApiPageId":2714,"seoApiTenantId":1260,"contentType":1173,"wordCount":2715,"internalImages":2716,"frontmatter":2717,"viewCount":2719,"internalLinksCount":1234,"expertId":1266,"folderId":1173,"folderPosition":1173,"gscVerdict":1267,"gscCoverage":1268,"gscLastCrawl":2720,"gscCheckedAt":2721,"gscIndexingState":1173,"gscRobotsTxtState":1173,"gscPageFetchState":1173,"gscGoogleCanonical":1173,"gscCrawledAs":1173,"cwvLcp":2722,"cwvLcpRating":1272,"cwvFcp":1273,"cwvFcpRating":1272,"cwvCls":1234,"cwvClsRating":1274,"cwvAuditedAt":2723,"publishedAt":2724,"contentModifiedAt":1173,"lastReviewedAt":1173,"createdAt":2725,"updatedAt":2726,"category":2727},"cmpmwod3100nnn6h1pmbsj4sv","new-jnches-higher-education-pay-agreement-workers-guide-2026","New JNCHES National Pay Spine Agreement — Higher Education 2025-2026: Complete Guide for Workers (2026)","The universities and colleges that educate millions of students across the United Kingdom employ roughly 200,000 non-clinical staff whose pay, working conditions, and employment rights are shaped by a","# New JNCHES National Pay Spine Agreement — Higher Education 2025-2026: A Complete Guide for Workers (2026)\n\nThe universities and colleges that educate millions of students across the United Kingdom employ roughly 200,000 non-clinical staff whose pay, working conditions, and employment rights are shaped by a single national framework: the **New Joint Negotiating Committee for Higher Education Staff (New JNCHES)** agreement. Whether you are a lecturer, librarian, IT specialist, administrator, or estates worker, this guide explains what the 2025-2026 pay settlement means for your salary, your leave entitlement, your redundancy rights, and your pension — and where to turn if you believe the agreement is not being applied correctly.\n\n---\n\n## What Is the New JNCHES Agreement?\n\nThe New JNCHES framework is the collective bargaining structure that governs pay and national terms and conditions for non-clinical staff at universities and higher education institutions (HEIs) in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland that are members of the **Universities and Colleges Employers Association (UCEA)**. Approximately 138 UCEA-member institutions participate in the annual pay round, covering ~200,000 employees across academic, research, professional services, and support roles.\n\nNegotiations take place each year between UCEA — which bargains on behalf of member universities — and five recognised trade unions: the **University and College Union (UCU)**, **UNISON**, **Unite**, the **GMB**, and the **Educational Institute of Scotland (EIS)**. This collective recognition framework operates under **TULRCA 1992**, which gives recognised unions the right to negotiate on pay and working conditions. The agreement sets a **national pay spine**: a series of numbered salary points that institutions map onto their own internal grade structures. Individual universities retain the discretion to award additional, locally-funded pay enhancements above the national minimum.\n\n---\n\n## Pay and Pay Award 2025-2026\n\nFor the 2025-2026 pay year, UCEA tabled a \"full and final\" offer of:\n\n- **1.4%** on all spine points for the majority of staff\n- **2.0%** for staff on **Spine Points 7 and below** — the lowest earners on the national scale\n\nThe settlement was declared effective from **1 August 2025**, following implementation instructions issued to member HEIs after UCEA confirmed that the formal dispute resolution procedure set out in the New JNCHES agreement had been exhausted on **17 July 2025**. Cambridge and other institutions that follow the standard UCEA timetable implemented the award in their August 2025 payroll, backdating where necessary.\n\nAll five unions **rejected** both offers put to them — the first tabled on 20 May 2025, the revised final offer on 4 July 2025 — on the grounds that the increases fell below inflation and failed to address years of real-terms pay erosion. Despite rejection, the UCEA dispute resolution procedure permitted implementation once conciliation was concluded without agreement. Four unions subsequently launched industrial action ballots on 20 October 2025; the UCU and EIS ballots did not reach the 50% participation threshold required under TULRCA 1992 for lawful industrial action, and those ballots did not proceed to action.\n\n### What Does 1.4% Mean in Practice?\n\nIf your salary before 1 August 2025 was, for example, £35,000, a 1.4% uplift adds £490, bringing you to £35,490. If your salary was £25,000 on Spine Points 7 or below, the 2% uplift adds £500, bringing you to £25,500. Every spine point on the national scale was uprated on the same effective date. Contract research staff on externally funded grants received the increase only where their funding source allowed it; staff on such contracts should confirm with their institution's HR whether the award has been applied.\n\n> **Interactive Calculator**\n> Use our New JNCHES Higher Education Pay & Rights Calculator to estimate your updated salary, redundancy entitlement, annual leave allowance, and USS pension under this agreement.\n\n---\n\n## Working Hours and Leave Entitlement\n\nThe **Working Time Regulations 1998 (WTR 1998)** establish statutory minimum employment rights for all workers in the UK, including HE staff. The key provisions are:\n\n- **Annual leave:** A minimum of **28 days** paid leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays) for a full-time worker\n- **Rest breaks:** At least 11 consecutive hours' rest in every 24-hour period; at least 20 minutes' uninterrupted rest if your shift exceeds 6 hours\n- **Maximum working week:** An average of **48 hours** per week (workers may opt out in writing, though this is voluntary)\n\nMost UCEA-member universities offer contractual annual leave entitlements that **exceed** the WTR 1998 statutory minimum. A typical provision is **25 to 30 days** of annual leave (excluding bank holidays and any institution-specific closure days) for all staff from day one of employment, rising with length of service at some institutions. When the eight standard UK public holidays are added, total paid leave at many universities reaches **33 to 38 days** per year — substantially above the 28-day statutory floor.\n\nAcademic staff often have additional flexibility through research time and study leave provisions negotiated locally, though these are not uniform across the sector. Part-time employees are entitled to annual leave on a **pro-rata** basis.\n\nYou may not be asked to waive your right to take annual leave, and leave cannot be substituted by a payment in lieu while you remain employed (except on termination of employment). These protections exist under **WTR 1998**.\n\n---\n\n## Redundancy Pay\n\nIf your position is made redundant, you are entitled to statutory redundancy pay under the **Employment Rights Act 1996 (ERA 1996)** if you have at least two years of continuous employment. The statutory formula is:\n\n| Age band | Multiplier per full year of service |\n|---|---|\n| Under 22 | 0.5 week's pay |\n| 22 to 40 | 1 week's pay |\n| 41 and over | 1.5 week's pay |\n\nService is capped at **20 years**, and the weekly pay figure used in the calculation is capped at **£700** (the 2026 statutory cap). This means the maximum statutory redundancy payment in 2026 is:\n\n**20 years × 1.5 × £700 = £21,000**\n\nMany UCEA-member universities operate **enhanced redundancy schemes** that exceed the ERA 1996 statutory floor. Common enhancements include removing the service cap (paying for more than 20 years), increasing the weekly pay multiplier, or using the employee's actual uncapped weekly salary rather than the £700 statutory cap. Check your contract and any applicable local collective agreement to determine whether an enhanced scheme applies to you.\n\nIf you are selected for redundancy, you also have rights under ERA 1996 to a fair selection process and to be considered for any suitable alternative vacancies within the institution before your notice expires. Unfair selection for redundancy — for example, on grounds linked to trade union membership or activities — is unlawful under both **ERA 1996** and **TULRCA 1992**.\n\n---\n\n## Notice Period\n\nYour statutory minimum notice entitlement under **ERA 1996 s.86** is:\n\n- **1 week's notice** if you have been employed for between one month and two years\n- **1 week's notice for each full year of continuous service**, up to a **maximum of 12 weeks**, if you have been employed for two years or more\n\nIn practice, almost all university employment contracts set **contractual notice periods** that significantly exceed the statutory minimum. Professional services staff typically have notice periods of **one to three months**; academic and senior staff commonly have **three to six months** as a contractual term. Your contract takes precedence over the statutory minimum wherever it is more generous. If your employer dismisses you with less than the contractual notice owed, you may have a claim for wrongful dismissal.\n\n---\n\n## Pension Rights\n\nThe dominant pension scheme for academic and the majority of professional services staff at pre-1992 universities is the **Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS)**, a hybrid defined-benefit and defined-contribution arrangement. As of 2026, contribution rates under USS are:\n\n- **Employee contribution:** 6.1% of salary\n- **Employer contribution:** 14.5% of salary\n\nUnder the **Retirement Income Builder** (the defined-benefit element of USS), you accrue pension at a rate of **1\u002F75 of your annual salary** for each year of membership. At retirement you also receive a tax-free cash lump sum equal to three times the annual pension accrued. Salary above a threshold set by USS trustees accumulates in the **Investment Builder**, a defined-contribution pot.\n\nStaff at post-1992 universities (former polytechnics and newer institutions) are more commonly enrolled in the **Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)** or their institution's own occupational scheme. Some institutions offer a choice between USS and an alternative scheme.\n\nRegardless of scheme, your employer is obliged under the **Pensions Act 2008** to automatically enrol you into a workplace pension if you are a qualifying worker earning above the earnings threshold, and to contribute at least 3% of qualifying earnings. Most HE schemes are considerably more generous than the auto-enrolment minimum floor.\n\n---\n\n## Your Rights Under the Agreement\n\nAs a worker covered by the New JNCHES framework, you benefit from several protections that exceed or clarify statutory minimums:\n\n- **National pay spine uplift from 1 August each year** — guaranteed annual review with negotiated increases, rather than reliance solely on the employer's discretion\n- **Collectively agreed pay framework** — your pay point is set by reference to the national spine, protecting against arbitrary grade placement; any pay dispute can be raised formally under your institution's grading or appeals procedure (underpinned by **ERA 1996**)\n- **Recognised union representation** — UCEA formally recognises UCU, UNISON, Unite, GMB, and EIS under **TULRCA 1992**, giving you the right to union representation in disciplinary and grievance proceedings and collective consultation on redundancy\n- **Protection from detriment for union activity** — you cannot lawfully be dismissed, selected for redundancy, or subjected to any other detriment for joining a union or participating in lawful union activities (**TULRCA 1992 ss.146–152**)\n\n---\n\n## Frequently Asked Questions\n\n**My university says my pay rise will be delayed because I am on an external grant. What are my rights?**\nIf your post is funded by an external grant that does not permit salary increases above the original budget, your institution may be unable to pass on the national award immediately. This is a recognised sector-specific provision, not a breach of the agreement. Speak to your HR department to find out when funds may become available; your union can assist if you believe the delay is unreasonable.\n\n**Can my employer refuse to give me the 1.4% increase?**\nIf your institution is a UCEA member, it has committed to implementing the nationally agreed award. Failure to do so would be a breach of your contract of employment (the award is incorporated into contracts via the collective agreement) and could give rise to an unlawful deduction from wages claim under **ERA 1996 Part II**. Contact your union representative if you believe the award has not been applied.\n\n**Are zero-hours or fractional contract workers covered?**\nZero-hours workers and hourly-paid staff at UCEA-member institutions are generally entitled to the nationally agreed spine point rates on a pro-rata or hourly basis, subject to the terms of their individual contracts. The WTR 1998 leave entitlement applies to all workers, not just employees. Check your contract and seek union advice if you are uncertain.\n\n**Why did the unions reject the offer if it has already been implemented?**\nUnder the New JNCHES dispute resolution procedure, UCEA is entitled to implement its final offer once formal conciliation concludes without agreement. Implementation does not mean union acceptance. The unions rejected the 1.4% offer as insufficient — citing below-inflation increases and ongoing real-terms pay erosion since 2009. Industrial action ballots were held in late 2025; where they did not reach the statutory 50% turnout threshold under TULRCA 1992, they could not lawfully proceed to strike action.\n\n**What is the lowest salary covered by this agreement?**\nThe agreement provides a 2% increase for staff on Spine Points 7 and below — the lowest earners on the national scale. The 2026 National Living Wage (NLW) is **£12.21 per hour** for workers aged 21 and over. All spine points on the national pay scale must remain at or above the NLW floor; any spine point that falls below the NLW in a given year is automatically uplifted to comply with the National Minimum Wage Act 1998.\n\n**How does the USS pension change if my salary increases by 1.4%?**\nYour USS pension accrues at 1\u002F75 of your salary for each year of membership. A 1.4% salary increase therefore increases your annual pension accrual by 1.4% for that year of service. Both your employee contribution (6.1%) and your employer's contribution (14.5%) are calculated on your new, higher salary. Over a career, compound annual increases to pensionable salary have a meaningful effect on final USS benefit.\n\n---\n\n## Related Tool\n\n> **Interactive Calculator**\n> Use our New JNCHES Higher Education Pay & Rights Calculator to calculate your post-August 2025 salary across any spine point, model your redundancy entitlement under both the statutory ERA 1996 formula and common enhanced schemes, see your USS pension accrual, and check your annual leave allowance under this agreement.\n\n---\n\n*This guide is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. For advice specific to your situation, consult your union representative or a qualified employment solicitor.*\n","https:\u002F\u002Fpub-bdebbd2dad294475a2da0eb657815b6b.r2.dev\u002Fhero\u002F63cda43019d3-15d89f.webp","University higher education workers reviewing their New JNCHES pay agreement in the UK, 2026","New JNCHES HE Pay Agreement 2025-26 | Expert Zoom","Everything higher education workers need to know about the New JNCHES 2025-26 pay award, USS pension, annual leave, redundancy rights and notice periods.","New JNCHES higher education pay agreement workers guide 2026","63cda43019d3",2168,[],{"excerpt":1056,"featured":1252,"metaTitle":2711,"countryCode":1254,"categorySlug":1122,"languageCode":1255,"relatedTools":2718,"readingTimeMin":1251,"metaDescription":2712},[1100],2393,"2026-07-03T17:28:20.000Z","2026-09-26T13:01:31.103Z",4.4,"2026-09-03T22:11:42.409Z","2026-05-26T17:25:08.796Z","2026-05-26T17:25:08.797Z","2026-10-20T13:17:46.431Z",{"id":1196,"name":667,"slug":669,"parentId":1173},42,14,{"cba-gb-aslef-train-drivers-2025-2026":2731},{"slug":1137,"title":1138,"page_title":2732,"description":1139,"content_md":2733,"local_slug":1137,"json_ld":2734,"faq":2784,"tool_html":2809,"source":1054,"category":1053,"audience":1052,"publish_mode":2810,"hero_image":1141,"hero_image_alt":1056},"ASLEF \u002F Great British Railways Transition Pay Framework 2025–2026 — Interactive Pay & Rights Calculator","The ASLEF \u002F Great British Railways Transition Pay Framework 2025–2026 governs pay and conditions for approximately 21,000 train drivers across the UK rail network, represented by ASLEF (Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen). This interactive calculator covers five key areas: estimated take-home pay using 2026 PAYE and NI rates, statutory redundancy pay under ERA 1996 s.162 (weekly pay cap £700), annual leave entitlement versus the WTR 1998 minimum of 28 days, ERA 1996 s.86 notice period versus typical contractual notice, and Railways Pension Scheme (RPS) contribution rates for the defined benefit Shared Cost Arrangement.",[2735,2765],{"@type":2736,"@context":2737,"mainEntity":2738},"FAQPage","https:\u002F\u002Fschema.org",[2739,2745,2749,2753,2757,2761],{"name":2740,"@type":2741,"acceptedAnswer":2742},"What is the pay award for ASLEF train drivers under the 2025–2026 GBR Transition Framework?","Question",{"text":2743,"@type":2744},"The 2025–2026 ASLEF \u002F Great British Railways Transition Pay Framework builds on the September 2024 settlement, which delivered approximately 15% compounded pay growth over 2022–2025. Qualified train drivers typically earn between £48,000 and £75,000+ depending on grade, operator and depot location. Pay harmonisation across the 16 TOCs is in progress under the GBR transition.","Answer",{"name":2746,"@type":2741,"acceptedAnswer":2747},"How is redundancy pay calculated for ASLEF train drivers?",{"text":2748,"@type":2744},"Statutory redundancy pay under ERA 1996 s.162: 0.5 week's pay per year under age 22; 1 week per year aged 22–40; 1.5 weeks per year aged 41+. Maximum 20 qualifying years; weekly pay capped at £700 from April 2026 (maximum £21,000). Individual TOC agreements may provide enhanced redundancy — consult your ASLEF representative.",{"name":2750,"@type":2741,"acceptedAnswer":2751},"How many days annual leave do ASLEF train drivers receive?",{"text":2752,"@type":2744},"UK statutory minimum is 28 days (5.6 weeks) under Working Time Regulations 1998. ASLEF agreements typically provide 28–35 days annual leave, with 8 bank holidays (England and Wales) treated separately. The exact entitlement depends on your TOC contract.",{"name":2754,"@type":2741,"acceptedAnswer":2755},"What is the notice period for ASLEF train drivers?",{"text":2756,"@type":2744},"ERA 1996 s.86 statutory minimum: 1 week per year of service (max 12 weeks). Contractual notice for qualified train drivers is typically 8 weeks under ASLEF agreements. The higher of statutory or contractual applies when dismissed by the employer.",{"name":2758,"@type":2741,"acceptedAnswer":2759},"Which pension scheme covers ASLEF train drivers?",{"text":2760,"@type":2744},"Most ASLEF train drivers are in the Railways Pension Scheme (RPS) — a defined benefit career-average scheme managed by Railpen. Typical employee contributions: 9.2%–13.5% depending on salary band; employer approximately 18%. Rates vary by section and triennial actuarial valuation. Check your payslip or contact Railpen.",{"name":2762,"@type":2741,"acceptedAnswer":2763},"Does the ASLEF \u002F GBR Transition Framework provide enhanced redundancy above the statutory minimum?",{"text":2764,"@type":2744},"No universal enhanced redundancy scheme is published in the 2025–2026 GBR Transition Framework terms. Individual TOC agreements may provide enhancement — consult your ASLEF representative before accepting any redundancy offer.",{"url":2766,"name":2767,"@type":2768,"about":2769,"offers":2772,"creator":2776,"@context":2737,"inLanguage":1177,"description":2779,"dateModified":2780,"operatingSystem":2781,"applicationCategory":2782,"browserRequirements":2783},"https:\u002F\u002Fexpert-zoom.com\u002Fgb\u002Fen\u002Fcba-gb-aslef-train-drivers-2025-2026","ASLEF Train Driver Pay and Redundancy Calculator 2026","WebApplication",{"name":2770,"@type":2771},"ASLEF \u002F Great British Railways Transition Pay Framework 2025–2026","Thing",{"@type":2773,"price":2774,"priceCurrency":2775},"Offer","0","GBP",{"url":2777,"name":422,"@type":2778},"https:\u002F\u002Fexpert-zoom.com","Organization","Calculate pay, redundancy entitlement, annual leave, notice period and Railways Pension Scheme contributions for ASLEF train drivers under the Great British Railways Transition Pay Framework 2025–2026.","2026-01-01","Web","FinanceApplication","Requires JavaScript",[2785,2787,2789,2791,2793,2795,2797,2800,2803,2806],{"answer":2786,"question":2740},"The 2025–2026 ASLEF \u002F Great British Railways Transition Pay Framework builds on the September 2024 settlement, which delivered approximately 15% compounded pay growth over the 2022–2025 period. Under the 2025–2026 transitional framework, pay harmonisation across the 16 Train Operating Companies is in progress as Great British Railways consolidates rail operations under a single public-sector employer model. Qualified train drivers typically earn between £48,000 and £75,000+ depending on grade, operator and depot location.",{"answer":2788,"question":2746},"Statutory redundancy pay for ASLEF train drivers is calculated under the Employment Rights Act 1996 s.162 formula: 0.5 week's pay per year of service when under age 22; 1 week's pay per year aged 22–40; and 1.5 weeks' pay per year aged 41 and over. A maximum of 20 qualifying years applies, and weekly pay is capped at £700 from April 2026, giving a maximum statutory redundancy payment of £21,000. Individual TOC collective agreements may provide enhanced redundancy above the statutory minimum — consult your ASLEF representative for details.",{"answer":2790,"question":2750},"The UK statutory minimum annual leave entitlement is 28 days (5.6 weeks) inclusive of bank holidays under the Working Time Regulations 1998. ASLEF collective agreements typically provide between 28 and 35 days of contractual annual leave, with bank holidays (8 days in England and Wales) treated separately in most TOC agreements. The exact entitlement depends on your specific Train Operating Company contract and years of service — check your contract or speak to your ASLEF representative.",{"answer":2792,"question":2754},"Under ERA 1996 s.86, the statutory minimum notice an employer must give is 1 week per complete year of service, up to a maximum of 12 weeks. Contractual notice for qualified train drivers under ASLEF agreements is typically 8 weeks, which is longer than the statutory minimum in most cases. Trainee or probationary drivers typically have a 4-week contractual notice period, while depot supervisors and managers may have 12 weeks. The higher of statutory or contractual notice applies when the employer dismisses.",{"answer":2794,"question":2758},"Most ASLEF train drivers are enrolled in the Railways Pension Scheme (RPS), managed by Railpen — a defined benefit (DB) career-average scheme. Employee and employer contributions are made under a Shared Cost Arrangement (SCA). Typical employee contribution rates range from approximately 9.2% (for lower salary bands) to 13.5% (for higher earners), with employer contributions typically around 18% of pensionable pay. Rates vary by section and are reviewed at each triennial actuarial valuation. Some newer members may be in the BRASS defined contribution section.",{"answer":2796,"question":2762},"The 2025–2026 ASLEF \u002F Great British Railways Transition Pay Framework does not publish a universal enhanced redundancy scheme in publicly available terms. Individual Train Operating Company collective agreements may provide redundancy pay above the ERA 1996 statutory minimum — for example, using actual uncapped weekly pay or a higher multiplier. You should consult your ASLEF union representative and review your specific TOC collective agreement before accepting any redundancy offer, as enhancements can be significantly higher than the statutory formula.",{"answer":2798,"question":2799},"The Railways Pension Scheme (RPS), managed by Railpen, is a defined benefit (DB) career-average pension scheme covering most UK train drivers represented by ASLEF. Contribution rates are set under a Shared Cost Arrangement (SCA) and are reviewed at each triennial actuarial valuation — they vary by section and salary band. Check your payslip for your actual employee contribution rate, or contact your TOC's pension administrator or Railpen directly at railpen.com. Your actual retirement income under a DB scheme depends on pensionable service length and career-average salary, not just the contributions paid in.","What is the Railways Pension Scheme (RPS) and how do I know my contribution rate?",{"answer":2801,"question":2802},"The National Living Wage (NLW) is £12.21 per hour for workers aged 21 and over from April 2026. In practice, ASLEF train drivers earn well above the NLW — qualified drivers typically earn £48,000–£75,000+ per year, equivalent to approximately £23–£36+ per hour on a 40-hour week. The NLW is relevant as a statutory floor for any rail industry workers on lower grades or during training periods.","What is the National Living Wage and does it apply to train drivers?",{"answer":2804,"question":2805},"For a train driver on £65,000 gross in 2026: income tax is approximately £13,432 (20% on the first £37,700 of taxable income above the £12,570 personal allowance, then 40% on the remainder); employee National Insurance is approximately £3,311 (8% on £12,570–£50,270, then 2% above); and a Railways Pension Scheme (RPS DB) contribution of approximately £8,125 (12.5%). This leaves an estimated take-home of around £40,132\u002Fyear or £3,344\u002Fmonth. Use the Pay Calculator tab for your specific salary and circumstances.","How is take-home pay calculated for a train driver earning £65,000?",{"answer":2807,"question":2808},"Great British Railways (GBR) is progressively consolidating the 16 private Train Operating Companies under a single public-sector employer framework, replacing fragmented TOC-by-TOC bargaining with a national pay framework. For the 2025–2026 transition period, existing TOC collective agreements remain in force while harmonisation progresses. ASLEF is negotiating the new national agreement with the Department for Transport and Rail Delivery Group. 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Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen) × 16 Train Operating Companies \u002F Department for Transport \u002F Rail Delivery Group  ·  Agreement period: 1 April 2025 – 31 December 2026  ·  UK statutory rates as of 2026\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Fheader>\n\n\u003Cnav class=\"tab-nav\" role=\"tablist\">\n  \u003Cbutton class=\"tab-btn active\" data-tab=\"pay\" onclick=\"switchTab('pay')\" role=\"tab\">\n    \u003Ci data-lucide=\"banknote\">\u003C\u002Fi> Pay Calculator\n  \u003C\u002Fbutton>\n  \u003Cbutton class=\"tab-btn\" data-tab=\"redundancy\" onclick=\"switchTab('redundancy')\" role=\"tab\">\n    \u003Ci data-lucide=\"briefcase\">\u003C\u002Fi> Redundancy Pay\n  \u003C\u002Fbutton>\n  \u003Cbutton class=\"tab-btn\" data-tab=\"leave\" onclick=\"switchTab('leave')\" role=\"tab\">\n    \u003Ci data-lucide=\"calendar-days\">\u003C\u002Fi> Annual Leave\n  \u003C\u002Fbutton>\n  \u003Cbutton class=\"tab-btn\" data-tab=\"notice\" onclick=\"switchTab('notice')\" role=\"tab\">\n    \u003Ci data-lucide=\"clock\">\u003C\u002Fi> Notice Period\n  \u003C\u002Fbutton>\n  \u003Cbutton class=\"tab-btn\" data-tab=\"pension\" onclick=\"switchTab('pension')\" role=\"tab\">\n    \u003Ci data-lucide=\"shield-check\">\u003C\u002Fi> Pension\n  \u003C\u002Fbutton>\n\u003C\u002Fnav>\n\n\u003C!-- ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════ TAB 1: PAY -->\n\u003Cdiv id=\"tab-pay\" class=\"tab-panel active\">\n\n  \u003Cdiv class=\"card\">\n    \u003Cp class=\"card-title\">\u003Ci data-lucide=\"banknote\">\u003C\u002Fi> Salary Details\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"info-box\">\n      \u003Ci data-lucide=\"info\">\u003C\u002Fi>\n      \u003Cspan>Following the ASLEF 2022–2025 settlement (approximately 15% compounded over three years, accepted September 2024), qualified train drivers earn approximately £48,000–£75,000+ depending on grade and operator. Under the 2025–2026 GBR Transition Framework, pay harmonisation across the 16 TOCs is in progress. Enter your annual gross salary below.\u003C\u002Fspan>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"field\">\n      \u003Clabel class=\"lbl\">Annual Gross Salary\u003C\u002Flabel>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"picks\" id=\"pay-picks\">\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"pick\" onclick=\"setPayQ(35000)\">£35,000\u003C\u002Fbutton>\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"pick\" onclick=\"setPayQ(50000)\">£50,000\u003C\u002Fbutton>\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"pick\" onclick=\"setPayQ(60000)\">£60,000\u003C\u002Fbutton>\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"pick on\" onclick=\"setPayQ(65000)\">£65,000\u003C\u002Fbutton>\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"pick\" onclick=\"setPayQ(70000)\">£70,000\u003C\u002Fbutton>\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"pick\" onclick=\"setPayQ(75000)\">£75,000\u003C\u002Fbutton>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"range-wrap\">\n        \u003Cinput type=\"range\" id=\"pay-range\" min=\"20000\" max=\"120000\" step=\"500\" value=\"65000\" oninput=\"onRange(this.value)\">\n        \u003Cspan class=\"range-val\" id=\"pay-range-lbl\">£65,000\u003C\u002Fspan>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cinput type=\"number\" id=\"pay-sal\" value=\"65000\" min=\"20000\" max=\"200000\" oninput=\"onSalIn(this.value)\" style=\"margin-top:8px\">\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"two-col\">\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"field\">\n        \u003Clabel class=\"lbl\">Weekly Contracted Hours\u003C\u002Flabel>\n        \u003Cinput type=\"number\" id=\"pay-hrs\" value=\"40\" min=\"1\" max=\"60\" oninput=\"calcPay()\">\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"field\">\n        \u003Clabel class=\"lbl\"> \u003C\u002Flabel>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"tog-wrap\" style=\"padding-top:10px\">\n          \u003Clabel class=\"tog\">\n            \u003Cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"pay-london\" onchange=\"calcPay()\">\n            \u003Cspan class=\"tog-track\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\n          \u003C\u002Flabel>\n          \u003Cspan class=\"tog-lbl\">London Area Supplement\u003C\u002Fspan>\n        \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv id=\"lw-note\" style=\"display:none\">\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"info-box\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">\n        \u003Ci data-lucide=\"map-pin\">\u003C\u002Fi>\n        \u003Cspan>London area supplement applies to drivers based at London-area depots. Amounts vary by TOC — a midpoint of £4,000\u002Fyear is used. Check your contract or ASLEF rep for the exact figure applicable to your depot.\u003C\u002Fspan>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n  \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n  \u003Cdiv class=\"card\">\n    \u003Cp class=\"card-title\">\u003Ci data-lucide=\"calculator\">\u003C\u002Fi> Estimated Take-Home Pay\u003C\u002Fp>\n    \u003Cp style=\"font-size:12px;color:var(--muted);margin-bottom:16px\">2026 PAYE rates: personal allowance £12,570; 20% on £12,571–£50,270; 40% on £50,271–£125,140. Employee NI: 8% on £12,570–£50,270, then 2% above. Pension deduction estimated at RPS DB rate (12.5%).\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn\">\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row hd\">\u003Cspan>Item\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan>Annual\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Base gross salary\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"p-gross\">£65,000\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\" id=\"p-lw-row\">\u003Cspan>London area supplement\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"p-lw\">—\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Total gross\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"p-tot-gross\">£65,000\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Income tax (est.)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val neg\" id=\"p-tax\">—\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Employee NI (est.)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val neg\" id=\"p-ni\">—\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Pension contribution (est. RPS DB)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val neg\" id=\"p-pen\">—\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row tot\">\u003Cspan>Estimated net (annual)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val pos\" id=\"p-net-ann\">—\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row tot\">\u003Cspan>Estimated net (monthly)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val pos\" id=\"p-net-mo\">—\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"res-grid\">\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"res-item\">\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-lbl\">Hourly Rate\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-val\" id=\"p-hourly\">—\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-sub\">contracted hours basis\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"res-item blue\">\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-lbl\">Weekly Gross\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-val\" id=\"p-weekly\">—\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-sub\">before deductions\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"res-item green\">\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-lbl\">Monthly Net\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-val\" id=\"p-net-mo2\">—\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-sub\">estimated take-home\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"amber-box\">\n      \u003Ci data-lucide=\"alert-triangle\">\u003C\u002Fi>\n      \u003Cspan>Estimates exclude student loan repayments, salary-sacrifice arrangements, attachment of earnings and other deductions. Pension contribution rate reflects RPS DB Tier 2 (12.5%); adjust in the Pension tab for your actual scheme. For precise figures, use the HMRC personal tax calculator or speak to your payroll team.\u003C\u002Fspan>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n  \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\u003C!-- ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════ TAB 2: REDUNDANCY -->\n\u003Cdiv id=\"tab-redundancy\" class=\"tab-panel\">\n\n  \u003Cdiv class=\"card\">\n    \u003Cp class=\"card-title\">\u003Ci data-lucide=\"briefcase\">\u003C\u002Fi> Redundancy Details\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"info-box\">\n      \u003Ci data-lucide=\"info\">\u003C\u002Fi>\n      \u003Cspan>Statutory redundancy pay is calculated under ERA 1996 s.162. The 2025–2026 GBR Transition Framework does not publish an enhanced redundancy scheme in available terms — individual TOC collective agreements may provide enhancement above the statutory minimum. Weekly pay is capped at £700 from April 2026. Maximum statutory redundancy pay is £21,000.\u003C\u002Fspan>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"two-col\">\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"field\">\n        \u003Clabel class=\"lbl\">Years of Continuous Employment\u003C\u002Flabel>\n        \u003Cinput type=\"number\" id=\"r-yrs\" value=\"5\" min=\"0\" max=\"50\" oninput=\"calcRed()\">\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"field\">\n        \u003Clabel class=\"lbl\">Age at Dismissal\u003C\u002Flabel>\n        \u003Cinput type=\"number\" id=\"r-age\" value=\"35\" min=\"16\" max=\"80\" oninput=\"calcRed()\">\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"field\">\n      \u003Clabel class=\"lbl\">Weekly Gross Pay\u003C\u002Flabel>\n      \u003Cinput type=\"number\" id=\"r-wkly\" value=\"1250\" min=\"0\" max=\"10000\" oninput=\"calcRed()\">\n      \u003Cp class=\"hint\">Capped at £700\u002Fweek for statutory calculation (from April 2026). Enter your actual weekly pay.\u003C\u002Fp>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n  \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n  \u003Cdiv class=\"card\">\n    \u003Cp class=\"card-title\">\u003Ci data-lucide=\"calculator\">\u003C\u002Fi> Statutory Redundancy Calculation (ERA 1996 s.162)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn\" id=\"r-bkdn\">\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"res-grid\">\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"res-item\">\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-lbl\">Qualifying Years\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-val\" id=\"r-qual\">5\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-sub\">capped at 20 years\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"res-item blue\">\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-lbl\">Capped Weekly Pay\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-val\" id=\"r-cap-wk\">£700\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-sub\">£700 cap, April 2026\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"res-item green\">\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-lbl\">Statutory Redundancy Pay\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-val\" id=\"r-stat\">£3,500\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-sub\">ERA 1996 minimum\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"amber-box\">\n      \u003Ci data-lucide=\"alert-triangle\">\u003C\u002Fi>\n      \u003Cspan>Your individual TOC agreement or an ASLEF-negotiated enhancement may provide redundancy pay above this statutory minimum — for example, using your actual uncapped weekly pay or a higher multiplier. Consult your ASLEF representative for your specific entitlement before accepting any redundancy offer.\u003C\u002Fspan>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n  \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\u003C!-- ══════════════════════════════════════════════════ TAB 3: ANNUAL LEAVE -->\n\u003Cdiv id=\"tab-leave\" class=\"tab-panel\">\n\n  \u003Cdiv class=\"card\">\n    \u003Cp class=\"card-title\">\u003Ci data-lucide=\"calendar-days\">\u003C\u002Fi> Leave Details\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"info-box\">\n      \u003Ci data-lucide=\"info\">\u003C\u002Fi>\n      \u003Cspan>UK statutory minimum is 28 days (5.6 weeks) under Working Time Regulations 1998 reg. 13A, inclusive of bank holidays. ASLEF agreements typically provide 28–35 days annual leave, with bank holidays (8 days in England & Wales) treated separately. Your precise entitlement depends on your TOC contract — check with your ASLEF rep.\u003C\u002Fspan>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"field\">\n      \u003Clabel class=\"lbl\">Annual Leave Entitlement (days, excluding bank holidays)\u003C\u002Flabel>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"picks\" id=\"leave-picks\">\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"pick\" onclick=\"setLeaveQ(28)\">28 days (statutory)\u003C\u002Fbutton>\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"pick on\" onclick=\"setLeaveQ(30)\">30 days\u003C\u002Fbutton>\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"pick\" onclick=\"setLeaveQ(33)\">33 days\u003C\u002Fbutton>\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"pick\" onclick=\"setLeaveQ(35)\">35 days\u003C\u002Fbutton>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cinput type=\"number\" id=\"lv-days\" value=\"30\" min=\"28\" max=\"50\" oninput=\"calcLeave()\">\n      \u003Cp class=\"hint\">Minimum 28 days under WTR 1998. Enter your contractual entitlement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"two-col\">\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"field\">\n        \u003Clabel class=\"lbl\">Contract Type\u003C\u002Flabel>\n        \u003Cselect id=\"lv-type\" onchange=\"calcLeave()\">\n          \u003Coption value=\"full\">Full-time\u003C\u002Foption>\n          \u003Coption value=\"part\">Part-time\u003C\u002Foption>\n        \u003C\u002Fselect>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"field\" id=\"lv-hrs-field\" style=\"display:none\">\n        \u003Clabel class=\"lbl\">Weekly Contracted Hours\u003C\u002Flabel>\n        \u003Cinput type=\"number\" id=\"lv-hrs\" value=\"20\" min=\"1\" max=\"39\" oninput=\"calcLeave()\">\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"field\">\n      \u003Clabel class=\"lbl\">Bank Holidays (England & Wales)\u003C\u002Flabel>\n      \u003Cinput type=\"number\" id=\"lv-bh\" value=\"8\" min=\"0\" max=\"15\" oninput=\"calcLeave()\">\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n  \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n  \u003Cdiv class=\"card\">\n    \u003Cp class=\"card-title\">\u003Ci data-lucide=\"calculator\">\u003C\u002Fi> Leave Entitlement Summary\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"res-grid\">\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"res-item blue\">\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-lbl\">Annual Leave Days\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-val\" id=\"lv-res-days\">30\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-sub\">contractual entitlement\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"res-item\">\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-lbl\">Bank Holidays\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-val\" id=\"lv-res-bh\">8\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-sub\">England & Wales 2026\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"res-item green\">\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-lbl\">Total Paid Days Off\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-val\" id=\"lv-res-tot\">38\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-sub\">per year\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn\" style=\"margin-top:16px\">\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row hd\">\u003Cspan>Metric\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan>Value\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Annual leave (days)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"lv-b-days\">30\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Annual leave (hours, 8 hr day)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"lv-b-hrs\">240 hrs\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Accrual per month\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"lv-b-mo\">2.5 days\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>WTR 1998 statutory minimum\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\">28 days\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Days above statutory minimum\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"lv-b-above\">2 days\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\" id=\"lv-prorata-row\" style=\"display:none\">\u003Cspan>Pro-rata entitlement (part-time)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"lv-b-prorata\">—\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"amber-box\">\n      \u003Ci data-lucide=\"alert-triangle\">\u003C\u002Fi>\n      \u003Cspan>Train drivers working irregular rosters, rest-day working or 7-day operations may have leave calculated differently — for example, leave expressed in hours rather than days. Consult your ASLEF rep or TOC HR team for how rostered leave is calculated under your specific working agreement.\u003C\u002Fspan>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n  \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\u003C!-- ══════════════════════════════════════════════════ TAB 4: NOTICE -->\n\u003Cdiv id=\"tab-notice\" class=\"tab-panel\">\n\n  \u003Cdiv class=\"card\">\n    \u003Cp class=\"card-title\">\u003Ci data-lucide=\"clock\">\u003C\u002Fi> Notice Details\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"info-box\">\n      \u003Ci data-lucide=\"info\">\u003C\u002Fi>\n      \u003Cspan>ERA 1996 s.86: employers must give a minimum of 1 week's notice per complete year of service (minimum 1 week; maximum 12 weeks). Contractual notice under ASLEF\u002FTOC agreements is typically longer. The higher of statutory or contractual applies when the employer dismisses.\u003C\u002Fspan>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"two-col\">\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"field\">\n        \u003Clabel class=\"lbl\">Years of Continuous Employment\u003C\u002Flabel>\n        \u003Cinput type=\"number\" id=\"n-yrs\" value=\"5\" min=\"0\" max=\"50\" oninput=\"calcNotice()\">\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"field\">\n        \u003Clabel class=\"lbl\">Grade \u002F Role\u003C\u002Flabel>\n        \u003Cselect id=\"n-grade\" onchange=\"calcNotice()\">\n          \u003Coption value=\"4\">Trainee \u002F Probationary Driver (4 weeks)\u003C\u002Foption>\n          \u003Coption value=\"8\" selected>Qualified Train Driver (8 weeks)\u003C\u002Foption>\n          \u003Coption value=\"8\">Senior \u002F Leading Driver (8 weeks)\u003C\u002Foption>\n          \u003Coption value=\"12\">Depot Manager \u002F Supervisor (12 weeks)\u003C\u002Foption>\n        \u003C\u002Fselect>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"field\">\n      \u003Clabel class=\"lbl\">Notice Direction\u003C\u002Flabel>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"radio-grp\">\n        \u003Clabel class=\"radio-opt\">\n          \u003Cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"n-dir\" value=\"employer\" checked onchange=\"calcNotice()\"> Employer dismissing me\n        \u003C\u002Flabel>\n        \u003Clabel class=\"radio-opt\">\n          \u003Cinput type=\"radio\" name=\"n-dir\" value=\"employee\" onchange=\"calcNotice()\"> I am resigning\n        \u003C\u002Flabel>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"field\">\n      \u003Clabel class=\"lbl\">Weekly Gross Pay (for pay-in-lieu estimate)\u003C\u002Flabel>\n      \u003Cinput type=\"number\" id=\"n-wkly\" value=\"1250\" min=\"0\" max=\"10000\" oninput=\"calcNotice()\">\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n  \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n  \u003Cdiv class=\"card\">\n    \u003Cp class=\"card-title\">\u003Ci data-lucide=\"calculator\">\u003C\u002Fi> Notice Period Summary\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"res-grid\">\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"res-item\">\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-lbl\">Statutory Minimum\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-val\" id=\"n-stat\">5 weeks\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-sub\">ERA 1996 s.86\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"res-item blue\">\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-lbl\">Contractual Notice\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-val\" id=\"n-contract\">8 weeks\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-sub\">typical CBA entitlement\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"res-item green\">\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-lbl\">Notice Applicable\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-val\" id=\"n-applies\">8 weeks\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-sub\">higher of statutory \u002F contractual\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn\" style=\"margin-top:16px\">\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row hd\">\u003Cspan>Metric\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan>Value\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Statutory notice (ERA 1996 s.86)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"n-b-stat\">5 weeks\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Contractual notice (grade)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"n-b-contract\">8 weeks\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Notice applicable\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"n-b-applies\">8 weeks\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Pay in lieu (PILON) estimate\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"n-b-pilon\">£10,000\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Direction\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"n-b-dir\">Employer dismissing\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"amber-box\">\n      \u003Ci data-lucide=\"alert-triangle\">\u003C\u002Fi>\n      \u003Cspan>Garden leave: your employer may require you to serve notice on garden leave — you remain employed and paid but do not attend work or drive trains. This is common in the rail industry. Check your contract for garden leave and PILON clauses. PILON may be subject to income tax and NI depending on your contract terms.\u003C\u002Fspan>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n  \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\u003C!-- ══════════════════════════════════════════════════ TAB 5: PENSION -->\n\u003Cdiv id=\"tab-pension\" class=\"tab-panel\">\n\n  \u003Cdiv class=\"card\">\n    \u003Cp class=\"card-title\">\u003Ci data-lucide=\"shield-check\">\u003C\u002Fi> Pension Details\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"info-box\">\n      \u003Ci data-lucide=\"info\">\u003C\u002Fi>\n      \u003Cspan>Most ASLEF train drivers are members of the Railways Pension Scheme (RPS), managed by Railpen — a defined benefit (DB) career-average scheme. Both employee and employer contribute under a Shared Cost Arrangement (SCA). Contribution rates vary by section and triennial actuarial valuation. Check your payslip or contact your TOC's pension administrator to confirm your exact rates.\u003C\u002Fspan>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"field\">\n      \u003Clabel class=\"lbl\">Annual Pensionable Salary\u003C\u002Flabel>\n      \u003Cinput type=\"number\" id=\"pn-sal\" value=\"65000\" min=\"0\" max=\"300000\" oninput=\"calcPension()\">\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"field\">\n      \u003Clabel class=\"lbl\">Pension Scheme\u003C\u002Flabel>\n      \u003Cselect id=\"pn-sect\" onchange=\"calcPension()\">\n        \u003Coption value=\"rps_db\" selected>Railways Pension Scheme (RPS) — Defined Benefit (DB)\u003C\u002Foption>\n        \u003Coption value=\"rps_brass\">Railways Pension Scheme (BRASS) — Defined Contribution\u003C\u002Foption>\n        \u003Coption value=\"auto\">Auto-enrolment minimum (Pensions Act 2008)\u003C\u002Foption>\n      \u003C\u002Fselect>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"field\" id=\"pn-tier-field\">\n      \u003Clabel class=\"lbl\">Contribution Tier (RPS DB)\u003C\u002Flabel>\n      \u003Cselect id=\"pn-tier\" onchange=\"calcPension()\">\n        \u003Coption value=\"t1\">Up to £35,000 p.a. — employee approx. 9.2%\u003C\u002Foption>\n        \u003Coption value=\"t2\" selected>£35,001–£75,000 p.a. — employee approx. 12.5%\u003C\u002Foption>\n        \u003Coption value=\"t3\">Above £75,000 p.a. — employee approx. 13.5%\u003C\u002Foption>\n      \u003C\u002Fselect>\n      \u003Cp class=\"hint\">Typical rates for RPS Shared Cost Arrangement sections as of 2026. Actual rates are set by triennial actuarial valuation — verify with Railpen or your TOC HR.\u003C\u002Fp>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n  \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n  \u003Cdiv class=\"card\">\n    \u003Cp class=\"card-title\">\u003Ci data-lucide=\"calculator\">\u003C\u002Fi> Pension Contribution Summary\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"res-grid\">\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"res-item\">\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-lbl\">Your Contribution\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-val\" id=\"pn-emp-val\">£8,125\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-sub\" id=\"pn-emp-pct\">12.5% of pensionable pay\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"res-item blue\">\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-lbl\">Employer Contribution\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-val\" id=\"pn-er-val\">£11,700\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-sub\" id=\"pn-er-pct\">18.0% of pensionable pay\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"res-item green\">\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-lbl\">Total Annual Input\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-val\" id=\"pn-tot-val\">£19,825\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"res-sub\">combined pension contribution\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn\" style=\"margin-top:16px\">\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row hd\">\u003Cspan>Metric\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan>Annual\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Pensionable salary\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"pn-b-sal\">£65,000\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\" id=\"pn-qe-row\" style=\"display:none\">\u003Cspan>Qualifying earnings (auto-enrolment band)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"pn-b-qe\">—\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Employee rate\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"pn-b-emp-r\">12.5%\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Employee contribution (annual)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val neg\" id=\"pn-b-emp-ann\">−£8,125\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Employee contribution (monthly)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val neg\" id=\"pn-b-emp-mo\">−£677\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Employer rate\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"pn-b-er-r\">18.0%\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Employer contribution (annual)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\" id=\"pn-b-er-ann\">£11,700\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row tot\">\u003Cspan>Total pension input (annual)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val pos\" id=\"pn-b-tot\">£19,825\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv id=\"pn-db-note\" class=\"info-box\" style=\"margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0\">\n      \u003Ci data-lucide=\"info\">\u003C\u002Fi>\n      \u003Cspan>The Railways Pension Scheme is a defined benefit (DB) scheme — your actual pension income at retirement depends on your pensionable service length and career-average salary, not just the contributions shown here. Visit \u003Cstrong>Railpen\u003C\u002Fstrong> (railpen.com) or contact your TOC pension administrator for a personal projection and to confirm your section's current contribution rates.\u003C\u002Fspan>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv id=\"pn-brass-note\" class=\"info-box\" style=\"display:none;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0\">\n      \u003Ci data-lucide=\"info\">\u003C\u002Fi>\n      \u003Cspan>The BRASS (defined contribution) section provides retirement income based on investment returns and the accumulated fund value, not a guaranteed benefit. Rates shown are approximate — contact Railpen for your section's exact contribution schedule and investment options.\u003C\u002Fspan>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n    \u003Cdiv id=\"pn-auto-note\" class=\"info-box\" style=\"display:none;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0\">\n      \u003Ci data-lucide=\"info\">\u003C\u002Fi>\n      \u003Cspan>Auto-enrolment minimum under the Pensions Act 2008: 5% employee + 3% employer on qualifying earnings (£6,240–£50,270 band, 2026). If you are eligible for the Railways Pension Scheme, you should be enrolled in that scheme — check with your TOC HR if you are not sure which scheme applies to you.\u003C\u002Fspan>\n    \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n  \u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\u003Cp class=\"disc\">\n  Indicative calculations only — not legal advice. Figures based on the\n  \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Faslef.org.uk\u002Fcampaign\u002Ffair-pay-stand-train-drivers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ASLEF \u002F Great British Railways Transition Pay Framework 2025–2026\u003C\u002Fa>\n  and UK statutory rates as of 2026: NLW £12.21\u002Fhr, weekly redundancy pay cap £700, SSP £116.75\u002Fweek, income tax personal allowance £12,570. Railways Pension Scheme rates are typical figures for RPS Shared Cost Arrangement sections and may differ from your specific section. Consult your ASLEF union representative or a qualified employment solicitor for advice on your specific situation.\n\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>\u003C!-- .root -->\n\n\u003Cscript>\n\u002F\u002F ─── Formatters ───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────\nconst gbp = n => new Intl.NumberFormat('en-GB',{style:'currency',currency:'GBP',maximumFractionDigits:0}).format(n);\nconst gbp2 = n => new Intl.NumberFormat('en-GB',{style:'currency',currency:'GBP',minimumFractionDigits:2,maximumFractionDigits:2}).format(n);\nconst set = (id,v) => { const e=document.getElementById(id); if(e) e.textContent=v; };\n\n\u002F\u002F ─── Tab switching ────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────\nfunction switchTab(id) {\n  document.querySelectorAll('.tab-btn').forEach(b => b.classList.toggle('active', b.dataset.tab===id));\n  document.querySelectorAll('.tab-panel').forEach(p => p.classList.toggle('active', p.id==='tab-'+id));\n  location.hash = '#'+id;\n  setTimeout(notifyHeight, 60);\n}\n(function(){\n  const h = location.hash.replace('#','');\n  if (['pay','redundancy','leave','notice','pension'].includes(h)) switchTab(h);\n})();\n\n\u002F\u002F ─── ResizeObserver ───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────\nfunction notifyHeight() {\n  parent.postMessage({ type:'resize', height: document.documentElement.scrollHeight }, '*');\n}\nnew ResizeObserver(notifyHeight).observe(document.documentElement);\n\n\u002F\u002F ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════ PAY TAB ══════\nfunction setPayQ(v) {\n  document.getElementById('pay-sal').value = v;\n  document.getElementById('pay-range').value = Math.min(v, 120000);\n  document.getElementById('pay-range-lbl').textContent = gbp(v);\n  document.querySelectorAll('#pay-picks .pick').forEach(b => b.classList.remove('on'));\n  calcPay();\n}\nfunction onRange(v) {\n  const n = parseInt(v);\n  document.getElementById('pay-sal').value = n;\n  document.getElementById('pay-range-lbl').textContent = gbp(n);\n  calcPay();\n}\nfunction onSalIn(v) {\n  const n = parseInt(v)||0;\n  const clamped = Math.min(120000, Math.max(20000, n));\n  document.getElementById('pay-range').value = clamped;\n  document.getElementById('pay-range-lbl').textContent = gbp(n);\n  calcPay();\n}\n\nfunction calcPay() {\n  const base = parseInt(document.getElementById('pay-sal').value)||0;\n  const hrs = parseFloat(document.getElementById('pay-hrs').value)||40;\n  const london = document.getElementById('pay-london').checked;\n  const lw = london ? 4000 : 0;\n  document.getElementById('lw-note').style.display = london ? 'block' : 'none';\n  document.getElementById('p-lw-row').style.opacity = london ? '1' : '0.4';\n\n  const gross = base + lw;\n\n  \u002F\u002F PAYE (2026)\n  const pa = 12570;\n  const taxable = Math.max(0, gross - pa);\n  const basic = Math.min(taxable, 37700);\n  const higher = Math.max(0, Math.min(taxable - 37700, 74870)); \u002F\u002F £50,271–£125,140\n  const addl = Math.max(0, taxable - 112570);\n  const tax = basic*0.20 + higher*0.40 + addl*0.45;\n\n  \u002F\u002F NI: 8% on £12,570–£50,270; 2% above\n  const ni1 = Math.min(Math.max(0, gross-12570), 37700) * 0.08;\n  const ni2 = Math.max(0, gross - 50270) * 0.02;\n  const ni = ni1 + ni2;\n\n  \u002F\u002F Pension estimate (RPS DB Tier 2 = 12.5%)\n  const penRate = 0.125;\n  const penDeduct = base * penRate;\n\n  const net = gross - tax - ni - penDeduct;\n  const monthly = net \u002F 12;\n  const weekly = gross \u002F 52;\n  const hourly = weekly \u002F hrs;\n\n  set('p-gross', gbp(base));\n  set('p-lw', london ? gbp(lw) : '—');\n  set('p-tot-gross', gbp(gross));\n  set('p-tax', '−' + gbp(tax));\n  set('p-ni', '−' + gbp(ni));\n  set('p-pen', '−' + gbp(penDeduct) + ' (est.)');\n  set('p-net-ann', gbp(net));\n  set('p-net-mo', gbp(monthly));\n  set('p-hourly', gbp2(hourly));\n  set('p-weekly', gbp(weekly));\n  set('p-net-mo2', gbp(monthly));\n\n  \u002F\u002F Sync downstream\n  document.getElementById('r-wkly').value = Math.round(weekly);\n  document.getElementById('n-wkly').value = Math.round(weekly);\n  document.getElementById('pn-sal').value = base;\n  calcRed(); calcNotice(); calcPension();\n}\n\n\u002F\u002F ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════ REDUNDANCY TAB ══\nfunction calcRed() {\n  const yrs = parseInt(document.getElementById('r-yrs').value)||0;\n  const age = parseInt(document.getElementById('r-age').value)||18;\n  const wkRaw = parseFloat(document.getElementById('r-wkly').value)||0;\n  const wkCap = Math.min(wkRaw, 700);\n  const qual = Math.min(yrs, 20);\n\n  let yU22=0, y2240=0, yO40=0;\n  for (let i=0; i\u003Cqual; i++) {\n    const a = age - i;\n    if (a \u003C 22) yU22++;\n    else if (a \u003C= 40) y2240++;\n    else yO40++;\n  }\n\n  const wU22 = yU22*0.5, w2240 = y2240*1.0, wO40 = yO40*1.5;\n  const totW = wU22+w2240+wO40;\n  const stat = totW * wkCap;\n\n  let rows = `\u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row hd\">\u003Cspan>Age band\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan>Calculation\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>`;\n  if (yU22>0) rows += `\u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Under 22 — ${yU22} yr × 0.5 = ${wU22} wk(s)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\">${gbp(wU22*wkCap)}\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>`;\n  if (y2240>0) rows += `\u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Age 22–40 — ${y2240} yr × 1.0 = ${w2240} wk(s)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\">${gbp(w2240*wkCap)}\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>`;\n  if (yO40>0) rows += `\u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>Age 41+ — ${yO40} yr × 1.5 = ${wO40} wk(s)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\">${gbp(wO40*wkCap)}\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>`;\n  if (qual===0) rows += `\u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row\">\u003Cspan>No qualifying years\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val\">£0\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>`;\n  const capNote = wkRaw>700 ? ' (capped at £700)' : '';\n  rows += `\u003Cdiv class=\"bkdn-row tot\">\u003Cspan>Total — ${totW} weeks × ${gbp(wkCap)}${capNote}\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"bkdn-val pos\">${gbp(stat)}\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fdiv>`;\n  document.getElementById('r-bkdn').innerHTML = rows;\n\n  set('r-qual', qual + (yrs>20?' (max 20)':''));\n  set('r-cap-wk', wkRaw>700 ? '£700 (capped)' : gbp(wkCap));\n  set('r-stat', gbp(stat));\n}\n\n\u002F\u002F ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════ ANNUAL LEAVE TAB ═\nfunction setLeaveQ(v) {\n  document.getElementById('lv-days').value = v;\n  document.querySelectorAll('#leave-picks .pick').forEach(b => b.classList.remove('on'));\n  calcLeave();\n}\n\nfunction calcLeave() {\n  const days = parseInt(document.getElementById('lv-days').value)||28;\n  const type = document.getElementById('lv-type').value;\n  document.getElementById('lv-hrs-field').style.display = type==='part' ? 'block' : 'none';\n  const ptHrs = parseFloat(document.getElementById('lv-hrs').value)||20;\n  const bh = parseInt(document.getElementById('lv-bh').value)||8;\n\n  const hrs = days * 8; \u002F\u002F 8 hr day basis\n  const monthly = (days\u002F12).toFixed(1);\n  const above = Math.max(0, days-28);\n\n  set('lv-res-days', days);\n  set('lv-res-bh', bh);\n  set('lv-res-tot', days+bh);\n  set('lv-b-days', days);\n  set('lv-b-hrs', hrs+' hrs');\n  set('lv-b-mo', monthly+' days');\n  set('lv-b-above', above>0 ? above+' day'+(above!==1?'s':'')+' above minimum' : 'Equal to statutory minimum');\n\n  const proRow = document.getElementById('lv-prorata-row');\n  if (type==='part') {\n    const pr = (days * ptHrs \u002F 40).toFixed(1);\n    proRow.style.display = 'flex';\n    set('lv-b-prorata', pr+' days (pro-rata)');\n  } else {\n    proRow.style.display = 'none';\n  }\n}\n\n\u002F\u002F ══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════ NOTICE TAB ════\nfunction calcNotice() {\n  const yrs = parseInt(document.getElementById('n-yrs').value)||0;\n  const contractWks = parseInt(document.getElementById('n-grade').value)||8;\n  const dir = document.querySelector('input[name=\"n-dir\"]:checked')?.value||'employer';\n  const wkly = parseFloat(document.getElementById('n-wkly').value)||0;\n\n  const stat = Math.max(1, Math.min(yrs, 12)); \u002F\u002F ERA 1996 s.86\n  const applicable = Math.max(stat, contractWks);\n  const pilon = applicable * wkly;\n  const dirLabel = dir==='employer' ? 'Employer dismissing' : 'Employee resigning';\n\n  const fmt = n => n+' week'+(n!==1?'s':'');\n  set('n-stat', fmt(stat));\n  set('n-contract', contractWks+' weeks (typical)');\n  set('n-applies', fmt(applicable));\n  set('n-b-stat', fmt(stat));\n  set('n-b-contract', contractWks+' weeks (typical)');\n  set('n-b-applies', fmt(applicable));\n  set('n-b-pilon', gbp(pilon));\n  set('n-b-dir', dirLabel);\n}\n\n\u002F\u002F ════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════ PENSION TAB ═════\nconst RPS_RATES = {\n  t1: { emp:0.092, er:0.18 },\n  t2: { emp:0.125, er:0.18 },\n  t3: { emp:0.135, er:0.18 }\n};\n\nfunction calcPension() {\n  const sal = parseFloat(document.getElementById('pn-sal').value)||0;\n  const sect = document.getElementById('pn-sect').value;\n  document.getElementById('pn-tier-field').style.display = sect==='rps_db' ? 'block' : 'none';\n  document.getElementById('pn-db-note').style.display = sect==='rps_db' ? 'flex' : 'none';\n  document.getElementById('pn-brass-note').style.display = sect==='rps_brass' ? 'flex' : 'none';\n  document.getElementById('pn-auto-note').style.display = sect==='auto' ? 'flex' : 'none';\n  document.getElementById('pn-qe-row').style.display = sect==='auto' ? 'flex' : 'none';\n\n  let empRate, erRate, empAnn, erAnn, qeStr='';\n\n  if (sect==='rps_db') {\n    const tier = document.getElementById('pn-tier').value;\n    const r = RPS_RATES[tier];\n    empRate = r.emp; erRate = r.er;\n    empAnn = sal * empRate;\n    erAnn  = sal * erRate;\n  } else if (sect==='rps_brass') {\n    empRate = 0.05; erRate = 0.05;\n    empAnn = sal * empRate;\n    erAnn  = sal * erRate;\n  } else {\n    \u002F\u002F Auto-enrolment: qualifying earnings £6,240–£50,270\n    const qe = Math.max(0, Math.min(sal, 50270) - 6240);\n    empRate = 0.05; erRate = 0.03;\n    empAnn = qe * empRate;\n    erAnn  = qe * erRate;\n    qeStr = gbp(qe);\n    set('pn-b-qe', qeStr);\n  }\n\n  const tot = empAnn + erAnn;\n\n  set('pn-emp-val', gbp(empAnn));\n  set('pn-emp-pct', (empRate*100).toFixed(1)+'% of '+(sect==='auto'?'qualifying':'pensionable')+' pay');\n  set('pn-er-val', gbp(erAnn));\n  set('pn-er-pct', (erRate*100).toFixed(1)+'% of '+(sect==='auto'?'qualifying':'pensionable')+' pay');\n  set('pn-tot-val', gbp(tot));\n  set('pn-b-sal', gbp(sal));\n  set('pn-b-emp-r', (empRate*100).toFixed(1)+'%');\n  set('pn-b-emp-ann', '−'+gbp(empAnn));\n  set('pn-b-emp-mo', '−'+gbp(empAnn\u002F12));\n  set('pn-b-er-r', (erRate*100).toFixed(1)+'%');\n  set('pn-b-er-ann', gbp(erAnn));\n  set('pn-b-tot', gbp(tot));\n}\n\n\u002F\u002F ─── Initialise ───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────\nwindow.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', () => {\n  lucide.createIcons();\n  calcPay();\n  calcRed();\n  calcLeave();\n  calcNotice();\n  calcPension();\n  notifyHeight();\n});\n\u002F\u002F Guard: icons + init if DOMContentLoaded already fired\nif (document.readyState !== 'loading') {\n  lucide.createIcons();\n  calcPay(); calcRed(); calcLeave(); calcNotice(); calcPension();\n}\n\u003C\u002Fscript>\n\u003C\u002Fbody>\n\u003C\u002Fhtml>\n","both"]