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flag Scottish ministers to get £19,000 pay rise after 16-year freeze, sparking union threat of strikes.

flag Scottish ministers are set to receive a £19,000 pay rise, ending a 16-year pay freeze. flag The move has sparked criticism from trade unions, who argue it is unjustified and comes as local government workers face a meager 3% pay increase. flag GMB Scotland, representing workers, warns of potential large-scale strikes, with 96% of its members supporting industrial action. flag The Scottish government defends the decision, stating ministers will receive their full MSP salary without costing taxpayers extra. flag Opposition parties have criticized the move, calling it a "reward for failure."

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