From 1st August 2009 the national minimum wage for apprentices increased from £80 to £95 per week.

This announcement was originally made in September 2008, when TUC General Secretary, Brendan Barber, said:

"The announcement will be a welcome boost for the thousands of low-paid apprentices, particularly women, who are struggling to make ends meet"

Link : TUC learning initiative

If you are an employer and require guidance on national minimum wage entitlements, rates and records, more information can be found on the HMRC website HMRC Guidance on NMW

Date Created:2009-08-01