Minimum Wage
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21 and over |
£12.21 per hour |
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18-20 year olds |
£10.00 per hour |
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Under 18-year-olds |
£7.55 per hour |
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Apprentice rate |
£7.55 per hour |
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Accommodation Rate: |
£10.66 per day or £74.62 per week |
New Minimum Wage Rates from 1st April 2026
The UK Government has confirmed that from 1 April 2026 the statutory minimum wage rates will increase, based on the latest recommendations from the Low Pay Commission.
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21 and over |
£12.71 per hour |
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18-20 year olds |
£10.85 per hour |
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16-17 and apprentices |
£8.00 per hour |
These changes aim to support lower-paid employees with rising living costs, but they will also mean higher wage bills for many employers. Businesses should start planning now — updating payroll, reviewing staffing budgets, and ensuring all pay reference periods are handled correctly to stay compliant.
Overall, the 2026 uplift continues the trend of steady increases in statutory pay, reinforcing the need for organisations to prepare early and manage the impact on their operations.
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21 and over |
£11.44 per hour |
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18-20 year olds |
£8.60 per hour |
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Under 18-year-olds |
£6.40 per hour |
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Apprentice rate |
£6.40 per hour |
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Accommodation Rate: |
£9.99 per day or £69.93 per week |