Good news for UK workers. Minimum wage earners will see another notable pay rise in 2025. Starting 1 April 2025, the National Living Wage (NLW) and National Minimum Wage (NMW 2025) rates will increase as follows:
NMW and NLW Rates from 1 April 2025
These wage increases come amid continuing cost-of-living concerns, including rising food and energy prices. The government aims to help low-paid workers maintain a basic standard of living during economic uncertainty.
Updates to Other Statutory Payments in 2025
From April 2025, the UK government has also announced changes to several statutory payment rates:
- Statutory Sick Pay (SSP): £118.75 per week
- Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP), Paternity, Adoption, Shared Parental, and Parental Bereavement Pay: £187.18 per week.
These increases offer additional support to working families across the country.
A Consistent Climb in the UK Minimum Wage
Despite global economic pressures, the UK has seen a steady upward trend in minimum wage rates in recent years. Here’s a quick look back:
Historical Minimum Wage Rates
NLW and NMW 2024
NLW and NMW 2023
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Stay informed about updated wage guidelines to ensure you meet legal requirements and treat your workers fairly. Use the latest NLW and NMW figures above to calculate staff pay accurately.
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