From 1st October 2014 the National Minimum Wage rates increases
The National Minimum Wage rate per hour depends on your age and whether you’re an apprentice – you must be at least school leaving age to get it.
| Year | 21 and over | 18 to 20 | Under 18 | Apprentice* |
| 2014 (from 1 October) | £6.50 | £5.13 | £3.79 | £2.73 |
| 2013 (current rate) | £6.31 | £5.03 | £3.72 | £2.68 |
| 2012 | £6.19 | £4.98 | £3.68 | £2.65 |
| 2011 | £6.08 | £4.98 | £3.68 | £2.60 |
| 2010 | £5.93 | £4.92 | £3.64 | £2.50 |
*This rate is for apprentices aged 16 to 18 and those aged 19 or over, who are in their first year. All other apprentices are entitled to the National Minimum Wage for their age.
If you are looking for advice and support with any aspect of payroll, please don’t hesitate to contact the Bevan & Buckland Payroll Bureau at the office nearest to you.
For further information about how Bevan and Buckland can help your company with management of the payroll contact Tina Davies on 01792 410100 or by email at help@bevanbuckland.co.uk.
To find out what other services are offered by Bevan and Buckland visit www.bevanbuckland.co.uk.
Tina Davies
MCIPP(dip) Member Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals
Tina Davies is manager of Bevan & Buckland’s Swansea Payroll Department, we also operate a payroll bureau service from the firm’s Pembroke and Haverfordwest offices.
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