Resource for members on pay spine options

31 October 2025

Is the challenge of balancing compliance with pay equity proving tricky, following the recent rise in Real Living Wage?

To help you navigate the issue, we’ve released an exclusive member-only report which explores the national pay spine and outlines practical options for institutions who need to respond to the recent increases.

This resource document is intended as a launchpad for discussions around complex pay pressures, and has been developed to support members in exploring options for local pay spines. It provides key questions to guide decision-making, outlines the advantages and disadvantages of each option, and highlights the importance of ensuring that any proposed local changes remain legally compliant and aligned with the principles of the national framework agreement.

Members can access the National Pay Spine Options report via the member portal on this site at ECC Connect Networking > Special Interest.

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