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<p>HMRC does not collate prosecution data in reference to government regions, constituencies
or counties.</p><p> </p><p>Since 2007, HMRC investigations have led to the successful
prosecution of 14 UK employers for National Minimum and Living Wage (NMW) related
offences.</p><p> </p><p>HMRC always takes action to ensure workers receive what they
are entitled to. Breaches of NMW legislation are normally a civil matter, and consequences
for not complying with paying NMW can include fines of 200% of the arrears and public
naming. Criminal prosecution may cause delays in recovering arrears for workers and
does not necessarily guarantee payment, and is reserved for the most serious non-compliance.
The most serious NMW breaches and cases that form part of wider criminality will be
referred to the Crown Prosecution Service who decide whether to prosecute.</p><p>
</p><p>The Government is determined that everyone who is entitled to the NMW receives
it. Anyone who feels they have been underpaid NMW should contact the Acas helpline
on 0300 123 1100 or via the online complaints form at gov.uk. HMRC reviews all complaints
that are referred to them.</p>
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