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29/09/2009
Call over minimum wage |
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Changes to the national minimum wage should be calculated by a formula to help employers, it has been argued.
Manufacturers' organisation EEF said the future changes in the rate should be based on wider pay movements across the economy, as this would make it easier to plan ahead.
It submitted this idea to the low pay commission on Friday September 25th as its contribution to a consultation on the matter.
Such a situation could create a flexible new measure by which the minimum wage would be determined, but would still leave in place the legal requirement to pay it.
Those working in the capital and getting paid less than the legal minimum may wish to speak to employment lawyers in London about their situation.
The rate will rise in October, with the government deciding that the rate for those aged 22 or over will increase by 7p per hour to £5.80.
Written by Anthony Dyson
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