- The Government has announced that the adult minimum wage will increase by 4.1% to £12.71. This is likely to be faster than inflation and average earnings growth. The UK’s minimum wage is already one of the highest amongst developed countries and this will push it higher.Nov 26, 2025 10:07
- Minimum wages for younger workers are also set to grow faster than the 21+ rate as the Government moves towards its commitment to equalise the 18-20 minimum wage rate to the 21+ minimum wage.
- While @lowpaycommission.bsky.social have closely monitored recent increases and found no clear evidence of negative employment effects, recent falls in employment in low-paid sectors such as hospitality make this is a riskier time to raise minimum wage rates than some recent years.
