Minimum wage increase
The rates have increased as of the 1 April 2017, so employers must check they are adhering to the new rates.
From 1 April 2017 | |
NLW rate for workers aged 25 and over | £7.50 |
the main rate for workers aged 21-24 | £7.05 |
the 18-20 rate | £5.60 |
the 16-17 rate for workers above school leaving age but under 18 | £4.05 |
the apprentice rate ** | £3.50 |
Employers paying less are in breach of minimum wage legislation and are liable be fined 200% of arrears owed to workers, up to a maximum penalty of £20,000 per worker.
Please get in touch if you need further advice.