Public Notice -Report of the Independent Remuneration Panel

Knowsley Town Council has received a copy of the report of the Independent Remuneration Panel in respect of the payment of Parish Basic Allowance and Chairperson allowance for 2026/27.

The Panel noted that the Town Councils may resolve to pay their members an allowance known as Parish Basic Allowance. The panel acknowledged that Town Councils may also pay a Chairperson's allowance under existing Regulations.

The Panel met remotely on 12 March 2026 to consider it's recommendations for 2026/27

Conclusion of Panel

• No Parish Basic allowance be payable during the financial year 2026/27;and
• reasonable out of pocket expenses for travel and subsistence be reimbursed in respect of duties and meetings covered by the relevant regulations.

Knowsley Town Council having regard to the Panel's report on allowances, noted the conclusions of the Panel and RESOLVED to pay members a Basic Members' Allowance of £846 per year and Chairperson's Allowance of £1,000 per year.

Copies of the Panel's report are available for inspection by arrangement at: 

Bob Whiley Community Centre 
Shop Road
Knowsley Village
Merseyside
L34 0HD

Contact: Louise Harrison - Administration Officer  on 0151 548 4545