National Minimum Wage Increases Next Month

From 1 October, the national minimum wage (NMW) hourly rates will be increased to the following rates:

• Adult rate (workers aged 22 and over) will increase to £5.73.


• Development rate for 18-21 year olds will increase to £4.77


• Development rate for 16-17 year olds will increase to £3.53

The rate for accomodation offset will increase to £4.46 per day (weekly maximum £31.22).

For more information about the changes, or for general advice, call the NMW Helpline on 08456 000 678, or visit http://www.berr.gov.uk/employment/pay/national-minimum-wage/index.html