Bad Boy - MOD right? We got the same deal as you if not - and also 7 months late. My pay scale has also been contracted at both ends which puts me closer the the bottom after struggling for several years to get off the starting salary. Doesn't say much for longevity or loyalty is all I can say. But hey, at least I get an extra £6.90 a week before tax & NI - should help pay the increased council tax.