Vecvec,
We know that actions of CCs often beggar belief, and what you've stated would be no exception. Somehow, I can't see the AFPRB recommending a 34% rise for CDS!
However, while banks are continuing to award massive bonuses to staff out of public money I cannot see how anyone could complain at the AF and other public employees (nurses, teachers etc) getting a rise mirroring inflation.
That said, actions like those of Stoke CC only serve to fuel resentment among those who are currently feeling the pinch.