Minimum wage
National Minimum Wage rates apply to employees up to the age of 20 (22 before 1 April 2024).
National Living Wage (NLW) rates apply to employees 21 and over (23 and over before 1 April 2024).
The Apprentice rate applies to apprentices under 19, or 19 and over in the first year of apprenticeship.
Penalties apply to employers who fail to pay minimum wages.
| Age | NLW | 21-22 | 18-20 | 16-17 | Apprentice |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| From 1 April 2024 | £11.44 | n/a | £8.60 | £6.40 | £6.40 |
| From 1 April 2023 | £10.42 | £10.18 | £7.49 | £5.28 | £5.28 |
