The PSPRB are independent of Government, the
Prison Services and trades unions and are one of eight independent Pay Review
Bodies. The others cover the Armed Forces, Doctors and Dentists, the National
Health Service, School Teachers, Senior Salaries, the National Crime Agency,
and the Police.
The role of the PSPRB is to provide
independent advice on the remuneration of governors and operational managers,
prison officers and support grades in the Prison Services of England and Wales,
and Northern Ireland, providing reports and recommendations to the Prime Minister and
the Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice. Northern Ireland
reports and recommendations separately to the Minister of Justice, Northern
Ireland.
The PSPRB’s remit covers around 28,000 staff
in England and Wales and 1,300 staff in Northern Ireland.
The Review Body currently has six members
(including the Chair) - individuals who have senior-level experience on pay and
related matters from the private, public or third sectors. Together they
provide a pool of knowledge and experience of labour market, industrial
relations, personnel and pay issues.