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Sue Gray Earns £170,000, More Than Prime Minister, Sparking Controversy

Sep 18, 2024, 12:06 PM

Sue Gray, Chief of Staff to Keir Starmer, is reportedly earning more than the Prime Minister, according to BBC reports. Gray's salary is said to be £170,000, which is £3,000 more than the Prime Minister and higher than any cabinet minister. This revelation has sparked controversy within the government, with some suggesting Gray should have opted for a lower salary to avoid such a story. The news comes amid grievances from special advisers who are unionizing due to dissatisfaction over pay and conditions. Gray received this pay rise after the election.