We've also given our armed forces the biggest pay rise in over 20 years.

The 2024 armed forces pay award (around 6%) accepted by the incoming Government was described as the largest in more than 20 years, followed by a further 4.5% in 2025 - three consecutive above-inflation rises. The characterisation is broadly supported.

▸ GOV.UK — Armed Forces personnel receive third consecutive above inflation pay rise

Checked Wed 1 Jul, 10:00 · Broadcast: PMQs: Prime Minister's Questions - 10 June 2026

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