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The National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over is £12.21 per hour from April 2025, rising to £12.71 from April 2026. Workers aged 18–20 receive £10.00 per hour. The rate for 16–17 year olds and apprentices is £7.55.
Employers who underpay face fines of up to 200% of the arrears and public naming. Workers can report underpayment to HMRC on 0300 123 1100 — there is no qualifying period for NMW claims.
Key areas covered: National Living Wage, National Minimum Wage, current rates, underpayment, HMRC enforcement, apprentice rate. Verified against GOV.UK.
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