Allowances and Local Agreements
In general pay and working arrangements are defined by AfC or Medical terms and conditions. There are some local NHSBT specific agreements that define working arrangements and pay related to certain areas. The key agreements are listed below and have been agreed with our recognised trade unions (see the Trade Unions page for more information).
What agreement are you looking for?
Christmas and New Year hours guidance
Claiming unsocial hours payments over Christmas and New Year period
Claiming unsocial hours payments over Christmas and New Year period - Scotland
NHSBT Local Agreements
High Cost Area Supplements (HCAS)
HCAS rates effective from 1st April 2022
Recruitment and Retention Premia*
*Here you will find guidance on how NHSBT determines, applies and monitors local Recruitment and Retention Premia.
Recruitment and Retention Guidance
Responsibility Allowance
Responsibility Allowance Guidance
Management application for assigning Responsibility Allowance