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HM Treasury confirms 3.9% increase to National Living Wage

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What happened

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HM Treasury confirmed a 3.9% increase to the National Living Wage, which will rise from £12.71 to £13.21 per hour starting April 1, 2027. This change is expected to benefit around 2.3 million workers across the UK. The National Minimum Wage for those aged 18 to 20 will also increase by 3.9%, moving from £10.85 to £11.27 per hour.

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Why it matters

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The wage increase is higher than the latest Consumer Prices Index inflation figure of 3.5% for the 12 months to September 2026. HM Treasury stated the policy aims to support low-paid workers across the UK by accepting the Low Pay Commission's recommendations in full.

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Who's involved

  • HM TreasuryGovernment agency responsible for confirming and implementing the wage increase policy.
  • governmentThe governing body that confirmed the wage increase.
  • Rachel ReevesPolitician who implements tax policies within the HM Treasury framework.
  • John HealeyPolitician who executes economic policy through HM Treasury.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • TescoSpeculative

    Might see increased labor costs due to the mandated rise in the National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage.

  • Harry Ramsden'sSpeculative

    Might see increased labor costs due to the mandated rise in the National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage.

  • MorrisonsSpeculative

    Might see increased labor costs due to the mandated rise in the National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage.

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