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<p>While I have regular discussions on a wide range of issues with Ministerial colleagues
I do not currently have any plans to meet formally the Minister of State for Care
and Support to discuss minimum wage enforcement in the care sector. We do, however,
also ensure that our officials work closely, along with HM Revenue and Customs, to
improve compliance in the sector.</p><p> </p><p>To make the Social Care Commitment,
employers must first commit to ensuring good employment practice. The terms and conditions
of acceptance for the Social Care Commitment includes paying the National Minimum
Wage as a minimum.</p><p> </p><p>The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills
monitors and reviews activity against the Service Level Agreement with HM Revenue
and Customs throughout the year, and is considering what further targeted enforcement
action might be appropriate to inform the next Service Level Agreement, which will
commence in April 2015. As set out in my answer to PQ 213960 on 5 November 2014, action
by HMRC continues to follow up on the previous targeted enforcement in the care sector,
in addition to responding to every complaint made to the Pay and Work Rights Helpline.</p><p>
</p><p>Any worker who believes that they are being paid below the minimum wage should
call the Pay & Work Rights Helpline on 0800 917 2368. HM Revenue & Customs
investigate all complaints.</p><p> </p>
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