Rate Rises in April 2025: National Minimum and Living Wage and Statutory Sick Pay

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What employers need to know about upcoming rate rises in April 2025

Author: Swyn Llyr

Key contact: Chris Aldridge

Every April, rates for statutory payments and wages in the UK are reviewed and adjusted to reflect economic conditions. These updates impact employers, employees, and families alike. Below, we summarise what employers need to know about upcoming rate rises in April 2025.

National Minimum and Living Wage

The National Minimum and Living Wage rates are set to rise from 1 April 2025, supporting low-income workers, and reflecting cost-of-living increases. These rates depend on the employee’s age and status:

  • National Living Wage (21 and over): £12.21 per hour (up from £11.44).
  • 18-20-year-olds: £10.00 per hour (up from £8.60).
  • 16-17-year-olds: £7.55 per hour (up from £6.40).
  • Apprentices: £7.55 per hour (up from £6.40).

Employers must ensure compliance and make adjustments to payroll systems accordingly.

Statutory Sick Pay

Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) will also increase, providing essential financial support to employees who are too unwell to work. From April 2025, SSP will rise to £118.75 per week (up from £116.75).

For employment-related advice, contact our Employment team.

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