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New Zealand Police Officers Get 3.1% Pay Rise Backdated to July
Over 10,000 New Zealand police officers receive 3.1% pay increase backdated to July after union negotiations.
In brief
Over 10,000 New Zealand police officers receive 3.1% pay increase backdated to July after union negotiations. New Zealand Police Association members get 3.1% pay rise backdated to July amid cost of living crisis. Originally reported by NZ Herald.
Police Pay Rise Backdated
Over 10,000 New Zealand police constables get 3.1% pay increase backdated to July.
Initial Offer Rejected
Police initially offered 0.6% pay rise to New Zealand Police Association members, which was rejected.
Arbitrator Decision
Arbitrator Dr Andrew Dallas sided with the union on constabulary pay increases, favoring 3.1% general wage increase.
Additional Benefits
Officers get employer-funded vision and hearing checks every two years and prescription support.
Union Campaign
Police Association ran 'Repay the Risk' campaign highlighting frontline officer risks and struggles.
Police Manager Pay
Police managers receive $1500 lump sum payment as part of arbitration outcome.
Inflation Context
With 4.1% inflation, the 3.1% pay rise is described as a pay cut for officers in cost of living crisis.
Implementation Timeline
New terms will be phased into implementation promptly starting next May.
Union Satisfaction
Police Association president Steve Watt expressed satisfaction with arbitration outcome and pay increase.
Police Response
Police Deputy Commissioner Mike Pannett stated the decision provides certainty for police staff nationwide.
Negotiation Process
Negotiations began in early May for constabulary officers and police managers with no pay rise offered to managers.
Next Steps
Police Association will negotiate next May as collective agreement runs on 12-month basis.
The main idea
New Zealand Police Association members get 3.1% pay rise backdated to July amid cost of living crisis.
