National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates
The National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates will increase on 1 April 2021.
In addition to the new rates, the age from which workers become eligible for the National Living Wage will be lowered. From 1 April all workers aged 23 and over must be paid the National Living Wage or above.
Rates from 1 April 2021:
These rates are for the National Living Wage (for those aged 23 and over) and the National Minimum Wage (for those of at least school leaving age) from 1 April 2021.
| 23 and over | 21 to 22 | 18 to 20 | Under 18 | Apprentice | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 2021 (new rate) | £8.91 | £8.36 | £6.56 | £4.62 | £4.30 |
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