The Localism Bill currently going through Parliament includes plans to require councils and fire and rescue authorities to publish a statement setting out their policy on salaries and bonuses for chief officers which must be approved by all councillors.

BBC: Amanda Deeks - South Gloucestershire Council

Cypriot lawmakers have already approved a raft of cuts to government worker salaries and pensions as well as tax increases under a preliminary bailout deal.

NPR: Cyprus President Tries To Amend Bailout Plan

That's because of a new "no budget, no pay" provision that says if a budget is not passed by April 15, senators' salaries will be held in escrow until a budget is approved.

CNN: Senate passes its first budget proposal in four years

Under the current law, approved in 1992, the very manufacturers the FDA is supposed to scrutinize pay the salaries of drug reviewers.

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