There are some important changes to statutory rates of pay that the Government have already announced, to take effect in 2026. National Minimum/Living Wage Rate Increases & Accommodation Rate The National Living Wage is to rise by 4.1%. It will go from £12.21 to £12.71  per hour. At the same time, the National Minimum Wage (NMW) rates will be increased as follows: from £10.00 to £10.85  per hour for 18 to 20 year olds (an 8.7% increase); from £7.55 to £8.00  per hour for 16 &

Bringing in young workers is brilliant for business – they are full of energy, ideas, and optimism (and occasionally questionable music taste). But here is the catch: the stats show they are also far more likely to get injured on the job. Let's break down what you need to know and what you can actually do to keep them safe, happy, and productive. Why Young Workers Are at Higher Risk? First month = Newbies are four times more likely to get injured in their first month than aft

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