Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram has turned down a pay rise of more than £3,000 despite the plans being recommended.
Mr Rotheram, Mayor of Liverpool City Region, could have had his annual salary increased from £81,000 to £84,298 after a proposed rise was signed off by members of the combined authority this afternoon. However the former MP has said he will not accept any further remuneration and will donate the increase to charity.
The pay rise would cover the next two years in line with the National Joint Council (NJC) agreement for local government workers. Mayor Rotheram’s current salary has increased from £77,500 five years ago.