Minimum Wage

The next national minimum wage increase: confirmed April 2027 rates for every age band, what the rise means in weekly and yearly pay, and what employers need to do.

What the minimum wage is in Scotland, the real Living Wage, and how Scottish Income Tax affects take-home pay.

The apprentice minimum wage explained: the current hourly rate, who can be paid it, when you move to the full rate for your age, and weekly pay examples.

The current UK minimum wage rates for every age group, what counts as pay, and what to do if you are paid less.

What the minimum wage is at each age from 16 to 21 and over, with weekly and yearly examples and the birthday rules.

What the minimum wage is in London, how it compares with the London Living Wage, and what each is worth per year.