From April 2017 the rates of pay for the National Minimum Wage and the National Living Wage will be increased. The National Minimum Wage is still relevant for workers under 25 and apprentices. Anyone else is entitled to the National Living Wage
From 1 April 2017 the following rates apply:
| National Living Wage | National Minimum Wage | ||||
| Year | Over 25 | Aged 21 to 24 | Aged 18 to 20 | Under 18 | Apprentice |
| 2017- 18 Rate | £7.50
£0.30 per hour increase |
£7.05
£0.10 per hour increase |
£5.60
£0.05 per hour increase |
£4.05
£0.05 per hour increase |
£3.50
£0.10 per hour increase |
Please be aware that when an employee turns 18, 21 or 25 their pay will increase on that date.
