What do I do if I know of someone who is being paid less than the National Minimum Wage?
It is illegal to pay staff less than the National Minimum Wage and is punishable by fines of up to £20,000 per worker.
If you have any questions about the Government's National Living Wage or Minimum Wage or if you are being paid less than the Minimum Wage, please call the Pay and Work Rights Helpline which is operated by HMRC on 0800 917 2368 or visit Gov.UK for more information and support.
Lines are open from 8.00 am to 8.00 pm, Monday to Friday and 9.00 am to 1.00 pm on Saturday. All calls to the helpline are confidential.
As of 1st April 2025 the UK Government's Minimum Wage is:
- £12.71 (aged 21 and over)
- £10.85 (aged 18 to 20)
- £8 (aged under 18)
- £8 (apprentice rate)
As of 1st April 2026, the UK Government's 'National Living Wage' is £12.71 and applies to all workers aged 21 and over.
More information on the UK Government's National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage.