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Changes to wages 2023

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From 1 April 2023, the National Living Wage (NLW) and the National Minimum Wage (NMW) rates will increase. Except for those who are self-employed, everyone is entitled to receive the NLW or the NMW depending on their age or circumstances (see table below).

Bryan Sanderson, Low Pay Commission Chair, said:

The rates announced today include the largest increase to the NLW since its introduction in 2016 and will provide a much-needed pay increase to millions of low-paid workers across the UK, all of whom will be feeling the effects of a sharply rising cost of living. For a full-time worker, today’s increase means nearly £150 more per month.

It is important to ensure that the wages you pay your employees are in line with this year’s increases. 

Category 

National Living Wage 

21-22 year old rate 

18-20 year old rate 

16-17 year old rate 

Apprentice rate 

Current Rate to March 2022 

£9.50 

£9.18 

£6.83 

£4.81 

£4.81 

Rate from April 2023 

£10.42

£10.18

£7.49

£5.28

£5.28

Increase 

9.7% 

10.9% 

9.7% 

9.7% 

9.7% 

If you are unsure about the levels you are to pay your employees, get in touch with the team for help and advice. 

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