Release date: April 2003

The Government announced that in October this year the national minimum wage will rise from £4.20 to £4.50 per hour, and the youth rate for 18-21 year olds will rise from £3.60 to £3.80 per hour.

There has also been a provisional acceptance of the Low Pay Commission’s recommendations for a further increase in October 2004 to £4.85 per hour for adults and £4.10 per hour for youths.

In the pipeline is the Commission has been asked by the Government to look at the possible advantages and disadvantages of introducing a minimum wage for 16-17 year olds.

Chris Wiper heads an experienced commercial team at Close Thornton Solicitors, providing practical and professional advice on a broad range of legal issues. This article is not intended to be an exhaustive statement of the law or a substitute for seeking specific advice. For further information please contact Chris Wiper on 01325 466461 or email chris.wiper@close-thornton.co.uk.

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