The National Minimum Wage just got higher
The Government announced an increase to the National Minimum Wage rates,
and these took effect on 1 October 2004.
Main
(adult) rate for workers aged 22 and over
£4.85
per hour (an increase from £4.50 an hour)
Development
rate for workers aged 18-21 inclusive
£4.10
per hour (an increase from £3.80 an hour)
NB: The development rate can also apply to workers aged 22 and above during
their first 6 months in a new job with a new employer and who are receiving
accredited training.
A new rate for 16 and 17 year olds
The Government has accepted the Low Pay Commission's recommendations for a new
rate for 16 and 17 year olds (above compulsory school leaving age).*
£3.00
per hour
NB: 16 and 17 year old apprentices will be exempt from the new young workers
rate.
*Compulsory School Age
In England and Wales: a person is no longer of compulsory school age after the
last Friday of June of the school year in which their 16th birthday occurs.
For full details, visit the
DTI National Minimum Wage website
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