FTSE 100 executives get 27 per cent increase in pay and benefits

The pay and benefits of FTSE 100 business executives rose by 27 per cent last year to an average of four million pounds each, despite a backlash against big basic salaries and bonuses, according to research from Income Data Services.

The pay and benefits of FTSE 100 business executives rose by 27 per cent last year to an average of four million pounds each, despite a backlash against big basic salaries and bonuses, according to research from Income Data Services.

The research firm found that that while basic pay rose slightly and standard bonuses fell noticeably, total executive packages have been bolstered by a big increase in long term incentive plans (LTIPs), share awards based on a company's performance over several years.

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