The following National Minimum Wage Rates will come into force from 1 October 2013:
- The adult rate will increase by 12p from £6.19 to £6.31 per hour.
- The rate for 18-20 year olds will increase by 5p from £4.98 to £5.03 per hour.
- The rate for 16-17 year olds will increase by 4p from £3.68 to £3.72 per hour.
- The apprentice rate will increase by 3p from £2.65 to £2.68 per hour.
- The accommodation offset will increase from £4.82 to £4.91.