National living wage

The cost of employing low-wage workers will hit a record high in 2025, according to analysis by the Centre for Policy Studies.

A new report from the Low Pay Commission (LPC) estimates that around 371,000 people were underpaid in April 2024.

The UK rate of inflation has hit its highest level in eight months, rising to 2.6% in the year to November.

UK pay rises remained stagnant in the third quarter of this year, plateauing at 4%, according to data from Brightmine.

More sectors warn of the threat to business following the chancellor’s budget increase to employers’ costs.

Uncertainty around Budget accelerates long-running negative trend in recruitment activity as businesses put hiring plans on hold.

BT faces additional costs of around £100 million following last week’s Budget announcement by the chancellor.

Last month's most frequently asked HR questions included queries around the 'real' Living Wage and the national living wage.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed there will be a rise in employers’ national insurance contributions to 15%, a lower figure...

A 6.7% hike in the national living wage for 2025 has been confirmed ahead of the Budget, while the national minimum wage rises by 16.3%.

Living Wage rate 2024-25: The rate recommended by the Living Wage Foundation has gone up to £12.60 across the UK, and £13.85 in London.

More than 2m are left with less than £10 a week after spending on essentials, according to the Living Wage Foundation.

Card Factory blames a slump in profits on its escalating costs, including a hike in national minimum wage rates.

The Low Pay Commission prepares to reduce the pay gap between 18-20-year-olds and those aged 21 and over as part of its new government remit.

The government’s proposed Fair Work Agency could implement a warning system before going on to prosecute and fine companies that...