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UK Government, the Law and Your Role

What is the minimum wage in the UK?

AThe same flat rate for all workers regardless of age, location or experience
BSet by law and varies by age, with the National Living Wage for those 21 and over
CSet freely by individual employers with absolutely no legal minimum requirement
DThe same flat rate across all regions of the UK regardless of the local cost of living

Explanation

The National Minimum Wage is set by law and varies by age. The National Living Wage (the highest rate) applies to workers aged 21 and over. Rates are reviewed annually.

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