Fri, 11 Jul 2025

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 National Trust blames tax rises as it cuts 550 jobs

The heritage and conservation charity says it is under "sustained cost pressures" and is looking to save £26m.

* The National Trust plans to cut 6% of its workforce, approximately 550 jobs, as part of a plan to find £26m in savings.
* The charity cites "sustained cost pressures beyond our control", including increased employer National Insurance contributions and the National Living Wage rise from April.
* These changes have added more than £10m to the Trust's annual wage bill, with pay being its biggest expense.
* A 45-day consultation period has begun with staff, who will be offered suitable alternatives or voluntary redundancy if their role is at risk.
* The job cuts will affect all staff levels and will take place in the autumn following the completion of consultations.
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