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Guideline Hourly Rates: 2021–2026 checklist with London/National bands, annual inflation uplifts and guidance on exceeding GHR

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This Checklist outlines the Guideline Hourly Rates (GHR) across periods from 1 October 2021 through 31 December 2023, and the current figures, which were adjusted for inflation on 1 January 2026. From 2024, the GHR are uplifted each year for inflation in line with the Services Producers Price Index. The 2021 Guide remains pertinent for practitioners as it explains the purpose and approach to GHR. At paragraph 28, it states that GHR provide a baseline for summary assessment and can also sensibly inform detailed assessment. The rate applied will also turn on the fee earner’s grade and location, for example whether a Grade A working in London or outside London. For principles and the courts’ approach, see Practice Note: Guideline hourly rates.

GHR from 1 January 2026

Grade A - Solicitors and legal executives with over eight years’ qualified experience
- London 1: £579
- London 2: £422
- London 3: £319
- National 1: £295
- National 2: £288
Grade B - Solicitors or legal executives with over four years’ qualified experience
- London 1: £393
- London 2: £327
- London 3: £262
- National 1: £247...

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