National Minimum and Living Wage Increases in 2021
The following National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage increases are set to take effect from April 2021:
| Current Rate | New Rate | |
| National Living Wage | £8.72 | £8.91 |
| 21-22 Year Old Rate | £8.20 | £8.36 |
| 18-20 Year Old Rate | £6.45 | £6.56 |
| 16-17 Year Old Rate | £4.55 | £4.62 |
| Apprentice Rate | £4.15 | £4.30 |
| Accommodation Offset | £8.20 | £8.36 |
Please note that the National Living Wage will be extended to 23- and 24-year olds from April 2021.
If you require any further information about these changes, please contact us by emailing enquiries@perspectivehr.co.uk or by phoning 01392 247436.
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