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The rates of the national minimum wage and national living wage increase from today (1 April 2026) as the Low Pay Commission publishes its first estimate of the wage floor for 2027-28.
Updated to reflect the increase to national minimum wage rates, effective from 1 April 2026. This template letter assists employers with their communications to employees whose pay is affected by the national minimum wage.
Updated to reflect the increase to national minimum wage rates, effective from 1 April 2026. This template letter assists employers with their communications to employees whose pay is affected by the national minimum wage.
Updated to reflect the increase to national minimum wage rates, effective from 1 April 2026. This template letter assists employers with their communications to employees whose pay is affected by the national minimum wage.
The national minimum wage rates increased on 1 April 2026. Employers should be aware that the apprentice rate applies only during the first year of the apprenticeship, or if the apprentice is under 19.
The accommodation offset for national minimum wage calculations increased on 1 April 2026. Employers that provide accommodation for employees should check that pay still meets the minimum wage requirements.