Minimum wage changes 1 Oct

Some National Minimum Wage rates change from 1 October 2012, and the new rates must be applied from this date:

• The adult rate will rise by 11p to £6.19 per hour
• The rate for 18-20 year olds will remain at £4.98 per hour
• The rate for 16-17 year olds will remain at £3.68 per hour
• The apprentices’ rate will rise by 5p to £2.65 per hour.