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Written question asked by Andy McDonald (Labour) on Tuesday, 30 July 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 2 September 2024. It was answered by Justin Madders (Labour) on Monday, 2 September 2024 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.


Minimum Wage: Young People

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, with reference to the Written Statement of 30 July 2024 on Low Pay Commission Remit, HCWS43, by what date will 18 to 20 year olds be in receipt of the single adult National Minimum Wage.

Answer

The Government is committed to delivering a genuine living wage for working people, and removing the discriminatory age bands, so that all adults can benefit.

The new Low Pay Commission (LPC) remit asks the LPC to make progress on extending the National Living Wage to all adults. This will be achieved in the coming years, with the Government basing this decision on robust evidence, as well as the recommendations from the Low Pay Commission.

The new remit is clear that this ambition should be pursued while also taking into account the effects on employment of younger workers, incentives for them to remain in training or education and the wider economy.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
2337
Session
2024-26
Related items
Low Pay Commission Remit
Tuesday, 30 July 2024
Written statements
House of Commons
Subjects
Minimum wage Young people
Link
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