NMW increases from 1 October 2011

From 1 October 2011, the national minimum wage (NMW) will increase from:

• £5.93 to £6.08 per hour for workers aged 21 or over.
• £4.92 to £4.98 per hour for 18 – 20 year olds
• £3.64 to £3.68 per hour for 16 – 17 year olds
• £2.50 to £2.60 per hour for apprentices who are under 19 years old, or who are over 19 years old but in the first year of their apprenticeship.

From 1 October 2011, the maximum amount for living accommodation that can count towards the NMW will increase from £4.61 to £4.73 per day.

Source: Department for Business, Innovation and Skills.