Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) personnel supporting Royal Navy operations will receive an above-inflation pay rise and enhanced working conditions following agreement with maritime trade unions. The deal includes a 4.5% pay increase from April 2025 and 3.6% from April 2026, alongside improved leave arrangements, a one-off £250 payment, and a leave buy-back scheme. Minister for Veterans and People Calvin Bailey MBE MP welcomed the agreement during a visit to Portland Port, where he met RFA crews and praised their service. The RFA, a civilian-crewed fleet owned by the Ministry of Defence, provides critical logistical support to the Royal Navy globally. Unions RMT and Nautilus confirmed acceptance of the offer, with plans to collaborate on further modernisation. The agreement aligns with the government’s efforts to improve Defence workforce conditions, including housing, childcare, and recruitment initiatives.
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