GMB can now confirm that the Government has formally accepted the NHS Pay Review Body’s (NHSPRB) recommendation for a 3.6% pay uplift for all Agenda for Change (AfC) staff in England. This increase will be consolidated and backdated to 1st April 2025.

This pay award, according to Government statements, delivers a real-terms increase and follows last year’s award. It also comes with a funded mandate for 2026/27, aimed at beginning the long-overdue reform of the AfC pay structure something GMB has consistently called for.

The Government has committed to working with payroll systems to ensure staff receive their back pay from August.

💬 GMB’s Position

While the Government claims this award goes beyond their stated affordability threshold, GMB will be seeking full member input before responding formally.

GMB’s online consultative ballot is now LIVE. Click here to vote!

📮 Consultative Ballot Details:

• Link sent via SMS and email to all eligible members we have contact details for.
• Closes: 17th July 2025, allowing time for workplace conversations and activity.

📄 An initial FAQ will be uploaded to the NHS noticeboard shortly, with more detailed communications to follow once we’ve fully reviewed the PRB report and full government statement.

This is your chance to have your say – talk to your colleagues, speak to your reps, and make sure your voice is heard.

Together, we remain committed to holding the Government to account and ensuring NHS staff are properly valued for the work they do 💪🧡

👉 Not yet a GMB member? Now is the time to join and take part in the ballot.