24th August 2010: The new National Minimum Wage rates from 1st October 2010

National Minimum Wage rates are to rise from October 2010. There is a new rate for apprentices of £2.50.

From October, National Minimum Wage rates will increase from:

• £5.80 to £5.93 an hour for workers aged 21 and over
• £4.83 to £4.92 an hour for workers aged 18-20
• £3.57 to £3.64 an hour for workers aged 16-17

The Government has extended the adult minimum wage rate to 21-year-olds. Previously the qualifying age for the adult National Minimum Wage was 22.

If you would like advice about thi subject, please contact our Payroll Bureau Manager, Ann Mottram, on her direct dial 0161 475 1591.