UK raises national minimum wage to £12.71

Mandatory pay increase raises labour costs

Change
The UK increased the national minimum wage to £12.71 per hour for workers aged 21 and above.
Why it matters
Employers must adjust payroll costs upward across workforce categories, increasing operating expenses.
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