I think this is under the wrong section, but.... Do not mix up senior managers and Directors and Chief Executives. All managers and senior managers are on AfC bands, the same as nurses and ancillary staff and are subject to the same conditions and restrictions. However, in slight defence of Chief Executives, would a CEO of a private company with a turnover of greater than £200m be on a salary of £157k?? Lastly, is it right for nurses and doctors to concentrate on treating patients or managing budgets, targets and services commissioned?