The BWF reminds all members that minimum wage rates are due to increase from 1 October 2009:
– Adult minimum wage rate (workers aged 22 and over) will increase from £5.73 to £5.80 an hour
– Minimum wage rate for 18-21 year olds will increase from £4.77 to £4.83 an hour
– Minimum wage rate for 16-17 year olds will increase from £3.53 to £3.57 an hour
– The rate for the accommodation offset will increase to £31.57 per week (£4.51 per day). In response to a recommendation from the Low Pay Commission (LPC) the Government is also set to extend the adult rate to 21 year olds. This will be implemented from October 2010. For more information on employment issues, including the BWF Employee Handbook, disciplinary guides and frequently asked questions, visit the dedicated employment area of our site.