Legislation
What is National Minimum Wage 2021?
Due Date
1 April 2021
Summary
The rates for National Minimum Wage, Sick Pay and Statutory Family Pay will change in April 2021 to:
NMW
| Age | April 2020 | April 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Adult rate (25 and above) | 8.72 | £8.91* |
| Adult rate (23 - 24 inclusive) | 8.20 | £8.91 |
| Adult rate (21 - 22 inclusive) | 8.20 | £8.36 |
| Development rate (incl. 18 - 20) | 6.45 | £6.56 |
| 16 - 17 year olds | 4.55 | £4.62 |
| Apprentices under 19 or in first year | 4.15 | £4.30 |
Note that the new reference age has reduced from 25 to 23.
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