The national minimum wage increased for most age bands and apprentices from 1 October 2016.
The rates of national minimum wage, applicable to pay reference periods starting on or after 1 October 2016, are as follows:
- 21-24 year olds, £6.95 an hour
- 18-20 year olds, £5.55 an hour
- 16-17 year olds, £4.00 an hour
- Apprentices, £3.40 an hour
This rate is for Apprentices aged 16 to 18 and those aged 19 or over who are in their first year of their apprenticeship. Apprentices are entitled to the national minimum wage for their age if they are both, aged 19 or over and have completed the first year of their apprenticeship.
Please note that over 25’s, currently at £7.20 per hour, relates to the National Living Wage which will increase on 1 April 2017, so watch this space.
If you would like further advice and support relating to the National Minimum Wage, call David Swann on 01733 372681 or email him at: david@greenstones.co.uk