UK sets National Living Wage at £13.21 from April 2027

The UK government said the National Living Wage, for workers aged 21 and over, "will rise by 3.9 per cent to £13.21" from April 2027. The rate for 18–20 year olds rises to £11.27, and the rate for 16–17 year olds and apprentices rises to £8.31. The government said it accepted the Low Pay Commission's recommendations in full.