National Minimum Wage
There are different levels of NMW, depending on your age and whether you are an apprentice. The current rates (from 1 October 2011) are:
- £6.08 - the main rate for workers aged 21 and over
- £4.98 - the 18-20 rate
- £3.68 - the 16-17 rate for workers above school leaving age but under 18
- £2.60 - the apprentice rate, for apprentices under 19 or 19 or over and in the first year of their apprenticeship
If you are of compulsory school age you are not entitled to the NMW. Some of your other employment rights are also different.
For advice about the National Minimum Wage or to report an employer for not paying call the national helpline 0800 917 2368.
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Page updated: 16 Nov 2011
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