Local government staff in Scotland have voted to accept a two-year pay offer.
Members of UNISON voted overwhelmingly (83%) to accept a deal worth 4% this year and 3.5% in 2026/27.
The union says the pay deal exceeds the current cost of living, as well as next year's inflation forecasts.
‘This pay deal is a crucial step in turning round cuts to council staff pay,’ said UNISON Scotland local government committee chair Suzanne Gens.
‘It gives local government workers some financial security now they know their pay will be higher than inflation over the next couple of years.’
A COSLA spokesperson said: ‘In putting forward this strong, two-year offer council leaders recognise the value our employees in Scotland’s councils deliver every day.’
