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Current level
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At Present | Increase To | ||
| Adult rate (21+) | NLW (25+) | £7.83 | £8.21 | |
| Adult Rate (21-24) | £7.38 | £7.70 | ||
| YDR (18-20) | £5.90 | £6.15 | ||
| 16-17 Yr. Old Rate | £4.20 | £4.35 | ||
| Apprentice Rate | £3.70 | £3.90 | ||
Apprentices are entitled to the apprentice rate if they are either:
- aged under 19
- aged 19 or over and in the first year of their apprenticeship
Example
An apprentice aged 22 in the first year of their apprenticeship is entitled to a minimum hourly rate of £3.90 from April 2019.
Apprentices are entitled to the minimum wage for their age if they both:
- are aged 19 or over
- have completed the first year of their apprenticeship
Example
An apprentice aged 22 who has completed the first year of their apprenticeship is entitled to a minimum hourly rate of £7.70 from April 2019.
Please contact Jayne or Marcia direct if you need anything further.