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Tory councillors are facing backlash for approving hefty pay hikes they once fiercely opposed—now locking in Labour’s allowance increases while claiming they haven’t raised anyone’s pay. The move, backed by the Tory-led General Purposes Committee, keeps cabinet pay at levels Labour set before the election, sparking accusations of hypocrisy from Labour who cite the Tories’ past social media condemnations. With allowances for senior members jumping 41% overall and the council leader’s pay up 16%, Tory leader Paul Swaddle defends the decision, arguing Westminster’s rates remain among London’s lowest and accusing Labour of overspending and tax hikes.

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