National Minimum Wage

Article: Enforcing the National Minimum Wage

Enforcing the National Minimum Wage Since the 6th April 2009 employers have faced stiffer penalties for failing to pay workers the National Minimum Wage. The changes, brought about by the Employment Act 2008 (the Act), gives HM Revenue &...

Article: Minimum Wage and Statutory Pay Obligations

Minimum Wage and Statutory Pay Obligations Regulations covering minimum wages and statutory pay apply to almost every business. It is illegal to pay less than the National Minimum Wage so you need to be clear about your responsibilities as an employer...

Article: National Minimum Wage

National Minimum Wage The National Minimum Wage is an important cornerstone of Government strategy aimed at providing employees with decent minimum standards and fairness in the workplace. It applies to nearly all workers and sets hourly rates below...