With 30+ years of experience regarding "Pay Rises" during my years of service I recognise the phraseology in which the Government statement is couched.
Any increase in pay will be "Clawed back" in charges for accommodation, messing, provision of free Medical Services, sports facilities etc.
I joined in 1965 and my daily rate of pay as an Officer Cadet (before Tax and National Insurance) was 17 shillings and 3 pence (86. 25 P) per day. In 1978 as a Flt Lt I received (due to inflation) nearly £200 a month - before food and accommodation charges.
"Prudence" will be the watchword this next year.
How well do you know your Bank Manager?