2025 National Minimum Wage

Published on: 04/11/2024

The new National Minimum Wage (NMW) rates were announced just ahead of the Autumn Budget.  The hourly rate for the minimum wage depends upon an employee’s age and whether they’re an apprentice.

Current rates

21 and over 18 to 20 Under 18 Apprentice
April 2024 (current rate) £11.44 £8.60 £6.40 £6.40

The rates from 1 April 2025 will be as follows:

21 and over 18 to 20 Under 18 Apprentice
April 2025 £12.21 £10.00 £7.55 £7.55

Further information about the NMW can be found here.

4.11.24

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