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<p>The National Living Wage (NLW) is applicable for those aged 25 or older and will
increase in April 2019 to £8.21 per hour. This will see a full-time NLW worker’s earnings
increase by over £2,750 compared to its introduction</p><p> </p><p>April 2019’s rate
increase is following recommendations from the independent and expert Low Pay Commission
(LPC). The detailed assessment made by the LPC in reaching this recommended rate will
be found in their Autumn 2018 report, which will be published in due course.</p><p>
</p><p>Additionally, the Low Pay Commission also provide recommendations on the youth-related
National Minimum Wage (NMW) rates. In April 2019, the NMW for 21-24 year olds will
rise to £7.70, the 18-20 year olds’ rate will rise to £6.15, the 16-17 year olds’
rate will rise to £4.35 and the Apprentices’ rate will rise to £3.90. The Low Pay
Commission is asked to recommend these rates such that they do not damage the employment
prospects of younger workers. Indeed, we have seen youth unemployment (16-24 year
olds) decrease by 462,000 workers since 2010.</p>
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